Iyanbito, NM

New Mexico

Iyanbito is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 1,213. Residents earn $46,667 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,213 Population 127/sq mi density
$46,667 Median Income $18,759 per capita
$58,500 Home Value
$630 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$46,667 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,500 home value, $630/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,667
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,500
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $630
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.2%
119% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,213
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density127/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

C
Median Income$46,667
Per Capita$18,759
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty27.2%
County GDP$2,894M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,500
Rent$630
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease9.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Elevation6,884 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+80.1%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
Commute43 min
Libraries3

Is Iyanbito a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Iyanbito receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Iyanbito offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Iyanbito is $46,667, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 27.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Iyanbito is $58,500, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $630 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Iyanbito experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches, including 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Iyanbito has a population of 1,213 with a density of 127 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (99.8%), with 92.8% Asian.

Population

1,213
Total Population
127
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Iyanbito vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only44.2%
44% below US avg
Spanish55.8%
316% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Iyanbito vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Iyanbito is $46,667, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Iyanbito vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,667
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,759
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$41,364

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate27.2%
119% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,225
County GDP$2,894M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare130
Retail214
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.3 min
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Iyanbito is $58,500, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $630 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,500
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$630
46% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg
Effective Rate5.59%
In Iyanbito, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes18.5%
Heart Disease9.3%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma14.8%
COPD11.1%
Stroke6.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.8%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress24.2%
Physical Distress22.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.3%
Checkup Rate65.3%
Premature Death27,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.4/10
Exercise Access41.2%
Healthcare Facilities130

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Iyanbito has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.5 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall20.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,884 ft (2,098 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.7 km²)
Population Density127/sq mi
Coordinates35.5160°N, 108.4877°W
County FIPS35031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.2%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+80.1%
School Test Score4.65
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density127/sq mi
Total Area9.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants138
Retail Stores214

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.3 min
Work from Home8.0%

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