Jemez Springs, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Jemez Springs is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 318. Residents earn $97,500 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
318 Population 66/sq mi density
$97,500 Median Income $46,752 per capita
$285,300 Home Value $332,559 Zillow
$1,167 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$97,500 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$285,300 home value, $1,167/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,500
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $285,300
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.2%
28% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,167
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population318
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density66/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,500
Per Capita$46,752
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$6,129M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$285,300
Rent$1,167
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$332,559

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Elevation6,233 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.2%
High School+97.1%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute18 min
EV Stations2
Libraries16

Is Jemez Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jemez Springs receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Jemez Springs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jemez Springs is $97,500, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jemez Springs is $285,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,167 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Jemez Springs 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 Springs has a population of 318 with a density of 66 people per square mile. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.5%), with 3.8% Hispanic.

Population

318
Total Population
66
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Jemez Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.5%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.5%
120% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Jemez Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jemez Springs is $97,500, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Jemez Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,500
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,752
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$73,911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below 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 Rate1.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.2 min
Work from Home39.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Jemez Springs is $285,300, 1% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,167 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,559.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$285,300
1% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$332,559

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,167
0% 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-Occupied90.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,224
21% above US avg
Effective Rate1.48%
In Jemez Springs, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 17.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.3%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity17.3%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate66.0%
Premature Death9,511/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Jemez Springs 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

Elevation6,233 ft (1,900 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²)
Population Density66/sq mi
Coordinates35.7731°N, 106.6910°W
County FIPS35043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 43.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above 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+43.2%
28% above US avg
High School+97.1%
School Test Score4.65
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density66/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities283
Restaurants179
Retail Stores191

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.2 min
Work from Home39.6%

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