La Huerta, NM

New Mexico

La Huerta is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 1,673. Residents earn $83,672 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,673 Population 1,101/sq mi density
$83,672 Median Income $44,091 per capita
$421,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$83,672 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$421,600 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,672
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $421,600
50% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.9%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,673
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density1,101/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,672
Per Capita$44,091
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$11,319M
Commute18 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$421,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Elevation3,114 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.9%
High School+95.7%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute18 min
Libraries2

Is La Huerta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Huerta receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. La Huerta stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Huerta is $83,672, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.0% 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 La Huerta is $421,600, 50% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

La Huerta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

La Huerta has a population of 1,673 with a density of 1,101 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%).

Population

1,673
Total Population
1,101
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.8%
Female 36.2%

Race & Ethnicity

La Huerta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.9%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.1%
5% above US avg

Social Characteristics

La Huerta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Huerta is $83,672, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: La Huerta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,672
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,091
Avg Weekly Wage$1,470
IRS Avg AGI$84,135

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,976
County GDP$11,319M

Business (County)

Restaurants159
Healthcare118
Retail195
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,282
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in La Huerta is $421,600, 50% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$421,600
50% above 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-Occupied93.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,282
6% below US avg
Effective Rate0.78%
In La Huerta, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate66.1%
Premature Death12,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access73.6%
Healthcare Facilities118

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

La Huerta has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.6 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,114 ft (949 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density1,101/sq mi
Coordinates32.4488°N, 104.2224°W
County FIPS35015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 37.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.3%
D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 55.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.9%
12% above US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score4.65
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,101/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities118
Restaurants159
Retail Stores195

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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