La Hacienda, NM

New Mexico

La Hacienda is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 799.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
799 Population 592/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $17,532 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.3%
177% higher than US avg

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

People

Population799
Median Age24.7 yrs
Density592/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 39%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$17,532
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty34.3%
County GDP$1,242M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain8.8 in/yr
Elevation4,275 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+41.3%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2

Is La Hacienda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Hacienda receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. La Hacienda faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 34.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

La Hacienda 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.

La Hacienda has a population of 799 with a density of 592 people per square mile. The median age is 24.7 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (39.3%), with 15.5% Black.

Population

799
Total Population
592
People / sq mi
24.7yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

La Hacienda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only53.5%
32% below US avg
Spanish46.5%
247% above US avg

Social Characteristics

La Hacienda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Hacienda is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: La Hacienda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$17,532
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$38,791

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate34.3%
177% 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

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied70.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg
In La Hacienda, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 34.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: La Hacienda vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma9.9%
COPD7.0%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity34.0%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress18.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.9%
Checkup Rate64.7%
Premature Death13,152/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

La Hacienda 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

Elevation4,275 ft (1,303 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density592/sq mi
Coordinates32.2060°N, 107.7251°W
County FIPS35029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% 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+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+41.3%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density592/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants62
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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