Jaconita, NM

New Mexico

Jaconita is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 272. Residents earn $97,500 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
272 Population 406/sq mi density
$97,500 Median Income $52,522 per capita
$227,900 Home Value
$950 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$97,500 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$227,900 home value, $950/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,500
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $227,900
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.3%
8% higher than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.2%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population272
Median Age59.7 yrs
Density406/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,500
Per Capita$52,522
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$3,815M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$227,900
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI37 (Good)
Elevation5,730 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.3%
High School+96.6%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 33% / D 63%
Commute25 min
Libraries2

Is Jaconita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jaconita receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Jaconita stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jaconita is $97,500, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jaconita is $227,900, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Jaconita experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Jaconita has a population of 272 with a density of 406 people per square mile. The median age is 59.7 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.8%), with 5.9% Hispanic.

Population

272
Total Population
406
People / sq mi
59.7yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Jaconita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.8%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.2%
110% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Jaconita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jaconita is $97,500, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Jaconita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,500
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,522
Avg Weekly Wage$2,191
IRS Avg AGI$130,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% 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 Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Jaconita is $227,900, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$227,900
19% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% 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-Occupied92.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In Jaconita, 25.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.2%
21% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure24.3%
Asthma8.8%
COPD3.4%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity18.4%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate66.1%
Premature Death3,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.3%
Healthcare Facilities72

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Jaconita has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,730 ft (1,747 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density406/sq mi
Coordinates35.8856°N, 106.0611°W
County FIPS35028
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 36.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 30.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.2%
D 63.4%

Winner: Democrat by 30.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.3%
8% above US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score4.65
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density406/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants34
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home7.3%

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