Keeler Farm, NM

New Mexico

Keeler Farm is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 1,450. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,450 Population 127/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $17,191 per capita
$121,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 13.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,800 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,800
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.1%
264% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.3%
185% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,450
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density127/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 57%

Economy

D
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$17,191
Unemployment13.1%
Poverty35.3%
County GDP$1,242M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain8.8 in/yr
Elevation4,395 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+71.2%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute20 min
Libraries2

Is Keeler Farm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keeler Farm receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Keeler Farm has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keeler Farm is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 35.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Keeler Farm is $121,800, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Keeler Farm enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Keeler Farm has a population of 1,450 with a density of 127 people per square mile. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57%), with 4.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,450
Total Population
127
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
11.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.7%
Female 42.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Keeler Farm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only53.1%
32% below US avg
Spanish46.9%
250% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Keeler Farm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keeler Farm is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 35.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Keeler Farm vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,191
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$38,791

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.1%
264% above US avg
Poverty Rate35.3%
185% above US avg
Establishments (County)561
County GDP$1,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare53
Retail66
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Keeler Farm is $121,800, 57% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,800
57% below US avg

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-Occupied69.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg
Effective Rate1.59%
In Keeler Farm, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Keeler Farm vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes16.1%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD9.5%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity37.5%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress20.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Checkup Rate64.9%
Premature Death13,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Keeler Farm has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.8 inches
77% below US avg
Snowfall1.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,395 ft (1,340 m)
Area11.4 sq mi (29.5 km²)
Population Density127/sq mi
Coordinates32.3161°N, 107.7602°W
County FIPS35029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+71.2%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density127/sq mi
Total Area11.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants62
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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