Jemez Pueblo, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Jemez Pueblo is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 2,273. Residents earn $59,102 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,273 Population 1,114/sq mi density
$59,102 Median Income $17,729 per capita
$190,000 Home Value $346,527 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$59,102 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$190,000 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,102
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $190,000
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.5%
25% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,273
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density1,114/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,102
Per Capita$17,729
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty15.5%
County GDP$6,129M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$346,527

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Elevation5,564 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+88.3%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute24 min
Libraries16

Is Jemez Pueblo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jemez Pueblo receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jemez Pueblo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jemez Pueblo is $59,102, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jemez Pueblo is $190,000, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Jemez Pueblo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.2 inches, including 22.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Jemez Pueblo has a population of 2,273 with a density of 1,114 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (99.6%).

Population

2,273
Total Population
1,114
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.4%
Female 60.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Jemez Pueblo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only12.5%
84% below US avg
Spanish87.5%
553% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Jemez Pueblo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jemez Pueblo is $59,102, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Jemez Pueblo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,102
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,729
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$73,911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.5%
25% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,273
County GDP$6,129M

Business (County)

Restaurants179
Healthcare283
Retail191
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,224
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Jemez Pueblo is $190,000, 33% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $346,527.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,000
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$346,527

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-Occupied82.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,224
21% above US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Jemez Pueblo, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Jemez Pueblo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes15.8%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma14.4%
COPD8.6%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress24.0%
Physical Distress19.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate67.0%
Premature Death9,511/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access69.4%
Healthcare Facilities283

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Jemez Pueblo has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.2 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall22.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,564 ft (1,696 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density1,114/sq mi
Coordinates35.6066°N, 106.7322°W
County FIPS35043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46%
D 51.8%

Winner: Democrat by 5.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score4.65
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,114/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities283
Restaurants179
Retail Stores191

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Work from Home2.6%

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