Jacona, NM

New Mexico

Jacona is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 441. Residents earn $71,691 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
441 Population 519/sq mi density
$71,691 Median Income $45,941 per capita
$452,600 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 26.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$71,691 median income, 2.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$452,600 home value, $1,000/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,691
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $452,600
61% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.6%
29% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.3%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population441
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density519/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,691
Per Capita$45,941
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$3,815M
Commute30 min

Housing

B
Home Value$452,600
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units208
Rent Burden26.0%

Health

Obesity27.3%
Uninsured16.8%
Smoking11.3%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation5,786 ft (1,764 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.6%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+14.1%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 33% / D 63%
Commute30 min
Broadband82.6%
Libraries2

Is Jacona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jacona receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, a high uninsured rate. Jacona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jacona is $71,691, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jacona is $452,600, making it a premium housing market at 61% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Jacona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Jacona has a population of 441 with a density of 519 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.2%), with 11.8% Hispanic.

Population

441
Total Population
519
People / sq mi
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Jacona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.5%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.5%
135% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Jacona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jacona is $71,691, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Jacona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,691
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,941
Avg Weekly Wage$2,191
IRS Avg AGI$130,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)606
County GDP$3,815M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare72
Retail30
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone70.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Jacona is $452,600, 61% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$452,600
61% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden26.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.6%
Housing Units208
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Rate0.88%
In Jacona, 27.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.8% of residents lack health insurance. 11.3% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.3%
15% below US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure25.9%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.6%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.3%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured16.8%
95% above US avg
Checkup Rate65.6%
Dental Visits61.1%
Premature Death3,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.3%
Healthcare Facilities72
Jacona has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,786 ft (1,764 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density519/sq mi
Coordinates35.8887°N, 106.0386°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS35028
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 43.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 30.2-point margin. 82.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.2%
D 63.4%

Winner: Democrat by 30.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.6%
29% above US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+14.1%
School Test Score4.65
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density519/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants34
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone70.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.6%

Nearby Cities

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