Isleta, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Isleta is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 909. Residents earn $37,224 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
909 Population 1,245/sq mi density
$37,224 Median Income $23,561 per capita
$159,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$37,224 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$159,900 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,224
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,900
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

How Isleta Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population909
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density1,245/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

B
Median Income$37,224
Per Capita$23,561
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$2,430M
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$159,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain9.2 in/yr
Elevation4,902 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+73.2%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute20 min
Libraries5

Is Isleta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Isleta receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Isleta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Isleta is $37,224, 50% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Isleta is $159,900, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Isleta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.2 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Isleta has a population of 909 with a density of 1,245 people per square mile. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (94.5%), with 2.1% White, 1.9% Asian.

Population

909
Total Population
1,245
People / sq mi
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%
Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Isleta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only29.7%
62% below US avg
Spanish70.3%
425% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Isleta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Isleta is $37,224, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Isleta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,224
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,561
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$55,941

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,532
County GDP$2,430M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare113
Retail155
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Isleta is $159,900, 43% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,900
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Isleta, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Isleta vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma13.3%
COPD7.2%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress18.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.8%
Checkup Rate65.3%
Premature Death11,779/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access47.7%
Healthcare Facilities113

Crime Rates: Isleta vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Isleta has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.2 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,902 ft (1,494 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,245/sq mi
Coordinates34.9043°N, 106.6990°W
County FIPS35061
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%
D 40.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+73.2%
School Test Score4.65
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,245/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities113
Restaurants85
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Work from Home5.2%

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