La Mesilla, NM

New Mexico · Los Alamos County

La Mesilla is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 2,531. Residents earn $74,385 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026

4.3 /5.0
A Great
2,531 Population 569/sq mi density
$74,385 Median Income $39,805 per capita
$266,900 Home Value $320,034 Zillow
$1,015 Median Rent 21.6% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$74,385 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$266,900 home value, $1,015/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $74,385
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $266,900
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.8%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,015
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,531
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density569/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 38%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,385
Per Capita$39,805
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$3,815M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$266,900
Rent$1,015
Ownership88.7%
Zillow$320,034
Housing Units1,005
Rent Burden21.6%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured4.0%
Smoking11.8%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Elevation5,755 ft (1,754 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.8%
High School+93.1%
Graduate+16.0%
School Score7.27

Community

2024 VoteR 33% / D 63%
Commute32 min
Broadband81.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is La Mesilla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Mesilla receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. La Mesilla 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 Mesilla is $74,385, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Mesilla is $266,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,015 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

La Mesilla experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow.

La Mesilla has a population of 2,531 with a density of 569 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.6% female and 56.4% male. The city is predominantly Hispanic (63.6%), with 37.7% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 66.7% of residents, while 34.6% speak Spanish. 9.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.7% of residents have a disability. 96.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,531
Total Population
2023 Census
569
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

La Mesilla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 66.7%
15% below US avg
Spanish 34.6%
158% above US avg

Social Characteristics

La Mesilla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Mesilla is $74,385, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,805. The average weekly wage is $2,191, 53% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 606 business establishments, including 34 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 13.0% of workers work from home.

Income: La Mesilla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,385
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,805
Avg Weekly Wage$2,191
IRS Avg AGI$130,620
Gini Index0.391 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)606
County GDP$3,815M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare72
Retail30
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Cost of Living92.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in La Mesilla is $266,900, 5% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $320,034, higher than the Census estimate. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $590,000 with homes selling in an average of 224 days. Homes sell for 98.3% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,015 (13% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $927 for a one-bedroom to $1,129 for a two-bedroom apartment. 88.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,005 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1987. The average annual property tax is $3,973. 21.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$266,900
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$320,034
Redfin Median Sale$590,000
Median List Price$620,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median Sale Price$590,000
Median List Price$620,000
$/Sq Ft$291
Homes Sold1
Days on Market224 days
Sale-to-List Ratio98.3%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,015
13% below US avg
Rent Burden21.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.7%
Owner-Occupied88.7%
Renter-Occupied11.3%
Housing Units1,005
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In La Mesilla, 38.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 28.6% have high blood pressure. 11.8% are current smokers. 14.3% report binge drinking. 26.0% are physically inactive. 21.3% report depression. 16.2% experience frequent mental distress. 4.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:644. The dentist ratio is 1:1,010. 99.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.8%
Cancer5.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.8%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured4.0%
53% below US avg
Primary Care1:644
Dentists1:1,010
Mental Health1:354
Checkup Rate67.0%
Dental Visits61.1%
Premature Death3,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.3%
Healthcare Facilities72
La Mesilla experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,755 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Geography

Elevation5,755 ft (1,754 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²)
Population Density569/sq mi
Coordinates35.9419°N, 106.0641°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyLos Alamos County County
Nearest AirportSanta Fe Regional (SAF)
24 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.1"
71% below US avg
Snowfall 10.7"
Wettest Month (Aug) 1.75"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.39"

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score3.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience99.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Volcano No Rating
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

79 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.4. Most recent: M3.0 on May 31, 2025.

Mar 22, 2004 30 km S of Weston, Colorado M4.4 149 km
Aug 1, 2004 31 km S of Stonewall Gap, Colorado M4.3 135 km
Jul 12, 2021 5 km E of Capulin, New Mexico M4.2 69 km
Jul 29, 2009 32 km NNE of Cimarron, New Mexico M4.1 146 km
May 18, 2023 8 km ENE of San Mateo, New Mexico M3.8 150 km
Jul 4, 1995 23 km WSW of Springer, New Mexico M3.8 117 km
Sep 13, 2003 33 km S of Weston, Colorado M3.8 143 km
Jun 4, 2008 8 km ENE of Canjilon, New Mexico M3.7 68 km
Jul 12, 2021 3 km E of Capulin, New Mexico M3.7 71 km
Nov 20, 2009 29 km S of Stonewall Gap, Colorado M3.7 143 km
Jul 22, 1990 5 km SE of McIntosh, New Mexico M3.7 123 km
Apr 28, 2003 32 km SSW of Weston, Colorado M3.6 143 km
Sep 14, 2009 7 km NNW of Canjilon, New Mexico M3.5 76 km
Sep 10, 2024 7 km WNW of Paradise Hills, New Mexico M3.5 103 km
Oct 17, 2011 3 km SE of Cuyamungue, New Mexico M3.5 13 km
Oct 20, 2016 3 km NNW of Seboyeta, New Mexico M3.5 145 km
Apr 24, 2005 25 km S of Stonewall Gap, Colorado M3.4 141 km
May 2, 2023 33 km WSW of Raton, New Mexico M3.3 149 km
Apr 9, 2021 2 km NNE of Capulin, New Mexico M3.3 74 km
Mar 12, 2011 32 km SSW of Weston, Colorado M3.2 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

49 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF1. Total: 1 injury.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 8, 1989 EF1 97 km 0
Sep 13, 1988 EF1 87 km 0
Jun 13, 1982 EF1 85 km 0
Jul 21, 1973 EF1 81 km 0
Apr 15, 1971 EF1 33 km 0
Dec 26, 1966 EF1 10 km 0
May 31, 1965 EF1 97 km 0
Aug 20, 1956 EF1 87 km 0
Oct 1, 2023 EF0 74 km 0
Jul 23, 2021 EF0 85 km 0
Jul 13, 2021 EF0 69 km 0
Jun 2, 2021 EF0 77 km 0
May 17, 2021 EF0 52 km 0
Aug 9, 2018 EF0 96 km 0
May 21, 2018 EF0 35 km 0
Jul 6, 2017 EF0 64 km 0
May 9, 2017 EF0 33 km 0
Jul 7, 2015 EF0 97 km 0
Oct 12, 2012 EF0 50 km 0
Jul 24, 2012 EF0 36 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: HERMITS PEAK (352,046 ac, 2022).

Year Name Acres Distance
2022 HERMITS PEAK 352,046 59 km
2011 LAS CONCHAS 150,874 33 km
2022 CERRO PELADO 45,620 44 km
2000 CERRO GRANDE 44,279 24 km
2000 VIVEASH 22,468 50 km
2013 THOMPSON RIDGE 21,077 45 km
2006 OJO FELIZ 17,767 86 km
1996 DOME 15,783 34 km
1993 OJO 14,887 91 km
2002 CERRO PELON 13,015 95 km
2002 BORREGO 12,877 25 km
2010 SOUTH FORK 12,585 35 km
2020 LUNA 10,849 71 km
2011 PACHECO 9,790 26 km
2013 JAROSO 9,529 35 km
1996 HONDO 8,258 89 km
2017 BONITA 7,754 71 km
2017 HONDITO 6,949 74 km
2003 CAPULIN 6,155 22 km
2013 TRES LAGUNAS 5,832 43 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 0.5 in
February 38°F (3°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 44°F (7°C) 0.7 in
April 51°F (11°C) 0.7 in
May 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in
June 69°F (20°C) 0.8 in
July 74°F (23°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in Wettest
September 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
October 52°F (11°C) 1.1 in
November 41°F (5°C) 0.7 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 0.7 in Coldest

La Mesilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 31°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.8") and February the driest (0.4").

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La Mesilla is located in Los Alamos County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 35.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% above the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. 16.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 7.3 out of 10, reflecting strong academic performance. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 63.4% of the vote, a 30.2-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 72 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 73% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.2%
D 63.4%

Winner: Democrat by 30.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.8%
6% above US avg
High School+93.1%
Graduate Degree+16.0%
School Test Score7.27
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent
Population Density569/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi
CountyLos Alamos County County

Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Avg Download Speed38.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.0 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants34
Retail Stores30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.0%
Average costs for common services in La Mesilla. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $231 ($138-$369)
Specialist Visit $323 ($184-$507)
Urgent Care Visit $184 ($92-$323)
Emergency Room Visit $2,028 ($738-$4,610)
Dental Cleaning $120 ($69-$184)
Dental Filling $231 ($138-$369)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23-$69)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $69 ($46-$111)
Brake Pad Replacement $277 ($138-$461)
Tire Rotation $37 ($18-$69)
New Tires (Set of 4) $553 ($369-$922)
Battery Replacement $184 ($92-$323)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $92 ($55-$138)
Electrician (Per Hour) $83 ($46-$129)
HVAC Repair $369 ($138-$738)
HVAC System Install $6,454 ($3,688-$11,064)
Roof Repair $922 ($369-$1,844)
Roof Replacement $8,298 ($5,071-$13,830)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,383 ($461-$3,227)
Divorce (Contested) $13,830 ($4,610-$27,660)
DUI Defense $4,610 ($1,844-$9,220)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,383 ($738-$2,766)
Will Preparation $461 ($184-$922)
Trust Preparation $2,305 ($922-$4,610)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14-$41)
Women's Haircut $51 ($28-$92)
Hair Coloring (Full) $138 ($69-$231)
Manicure $23 ($14-$41)
Pedicure $37 ($23-$60)
Massage (1 Hour) $74 ($46-$120)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.78 ($2.77-$5.07)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.23 ($2.31-$4.61)
Loaf of Bread $3.50 ($2.31-$5.07)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.15 ($2.77-$5.99)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.07 ($3.69-$6.92)
Rice (per lb) $0.92 ($0.55-$1.66)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $129 ($74-$231)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $65 ($28-$138)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $65 ($37-$111)
Internet (Monthly) $65 ($37-$92)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $60 ($28-$92)
Cable TV (Monthly) $78 ($46-$138)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $184 ($69-$461)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,844 ($1,106-$3,227)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $65 ($28-$120)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.38-$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $92 ($28-$231)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14-$69)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,106 ($553-$2,305)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $922 ($461-$1,844)
After-School Care (Monthly) $369 ($184-$645)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $46 ($23-$92)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $922 ($369-$2,305)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,525 ($4,610-$27,660)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $55 ($28-$92)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $92 ($46-$184)
Dog Grooming $55 ($28-$92)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($18-$69)
Dog Spay/Neuter $277 ($138-$461)
Cat Spay/Neuter $184 ($92-$369)
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Top Industries in Los Alamos County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Administrative & Waste Services 1,498 50 $108,021 1.12
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,013 96 $58,812 0.31
Retail Trade 475 38 $35,179 0.21
Accommodation & Food Services 438 28 $28,988 0.21
Other Services 276 53 $29,011 0.40
Construction 201 32 $113,395 0.17
Finance & Insurance 137 28 $72,243 0.15
Educational Services 114 17 $26,749 0.24
Real Estate 80 22 $51,442 0.23
Information & Technology 55 30 $199,167 0.13
Wholesale Trade 45 10 $66,524 0.05
Arts & Entertainment 43 10 $23,906 0.11

Radio Stations near La Mesilla

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KSFR-FM 101.1 "Santa Fe Public Radio" Santa Fe, NM npr, pri AAC+ 128 kbps
KBAC 98.1 Radio Free Santa Fe adult album alternative, alternative / indie AAC 128 kbps
KHFM Classical Public Radio classical music, public radio AAC+ 48 kbps
KSWV classic hits MP3
KSFR public radio AAC+ 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near La Mesilla

16 campgrounds found near La Mesilla.

NameRatingSitesPrice
AMOLE CANYON GROUP SHELTER 4.8/5 1 $100
El Rito Campground--Group Shelter 4.8/5 1 $75
JACKS CREEK GROUP AREA 4.8/5 2 $100
RIANA - ABIQUIU LAKE 4.8/5 60 $10, $80
Juniper Campground (NM) 4.5/5 50 $20, $50
Panchuela 4.4/5 6 $5
Cochiti Campground 4.3/5 80 $15, $20
SANTA BARBARA CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 21 $30, $80
Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM) 4.2/5 36 $20
HOLY GHOST GROUP AREA 4.0/5 1 $100
FIELD TRACT CAMPGROUND 3.8/5 15 Free
Ponderosa Group Campground (NM) 3.7/5 2 $50
TETILLA PEAK 3.6/5 45 $15, $20
Echo Amphitheater - 10 $10, $50
Rio Bravo Group Shelter - 1 $40
Taos Junction Group Shelter - 1 $40

National Parks Near La Mesilla

14 national parks and monuments found near La Mesilla.

ParkTypeFee
Bandelier National Monument National Monument $25
Cimarron Canyon State Park State Park Free
Coyote Creek State Park State Park Free
Eagle Nest Lake State Park State Park Free
El Vado Lake State Park State Park Free
Heron Lake State Park State Park Free
Hyde Memorial State Park State Park Free
Manhattan Project National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Morphy Lake State Park State Park Free
Pecos National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Petroglyph National Monument National Monument Free
Storrie Lake State Park State Park Free
Valles Caldera National Preserve National Preserve $25
Villanueva State Park State Park Free

Trails Near La Mesilla

218+ trails found near La Mesilla.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
SKY LINE 43.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE TRAIL 16.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BANCOS LOOP 14.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
MIDDLE FORK SANTA BARBARA 11.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HAMILTON MESA 11.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
LAS TRAMPAS 11.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SIERRA MOSCA 10.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RIO MEDIO 10.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
BORREGO 10.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
ESPINOSA 9.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BORREGO 9.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BEATTYS 9.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
RIO QUEMADO 9.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
MARTINEZ CANYON 9.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APACHE 9.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
DOCKWEILER 9.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
WEST FORK SANTA BARBARA 9.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FRIJOLES CANYON 8.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
CENTENNIAL 8.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WINSOR 8.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
COMALES CANYON 8.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
JACKS CREEK 8.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
PERIMETER 7.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
CANONES CR NATIONAL RECREATION 7.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CAMINO REAL 7.5 Yes Yes Yes
SKYLINE 7.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WINSOR RIDGE 7.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
ROCIADA 7.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
PECOS 6.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
BALDY 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
QUEMAZON TRAIL 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
YESO 6.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RIO GRANDE DEL RANCHO 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
OSHA CANYON 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WINSOR 6.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
VALLE LARGO 6.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
RIO NAMBE 5.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
DOME 5.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
RIO EN MEDIO 5.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
CAPULIN 5.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
ST. PETER'S DOME 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PERALTA CANYON 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GLORIETA BALDY 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PALACIO 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LOS TRIEGOS LOOP 5.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
OSHA MEDIO 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
ALAMO SPRING 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GUAJE RIDGE 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
BEARHEAD PEAK 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TRAMPAS LAKE 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PAJARITO NORDIC TRAIL 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LEMITAS 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
INDIAN CREEK 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MEDIO DIA 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HOLY GHOST 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PAJARITO 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CANONCITO 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
ALAMITOS LOOP 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
BOB GROUNDS 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SODA SPRINGS 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
RIO MOLINO 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
PALO QUEMADOR 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
CAVE CREEK 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
MULE TRAIN 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
GHOST TOWN 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
REDONDO PEAK 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
AGUA SARCA 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
ENCINO 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
AMOLE 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VALLECITOS 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BEAR MOUNTAIN 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BEATTYS 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
NORTH AZUL 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
PAJARITO CANYON 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
CORRAL CANYON 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SECO 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BEARHEAD RIDGE 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PIEDRA LUMBRE 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TESUQUE CREEK 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WINSOR 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHIMAYOSOS 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
PERALTA RIDGE 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GUAJE CONNECTOR 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
VALLE MEDIO 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MADERA 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
GUAJE CANYON 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RITO QUEMADO 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
CABRA LOOP 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
VALLE 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
SEBADILLOSES 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
OJITOS POLVADERA 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
JOE VIGIL 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RIM VISTA 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VIEJO 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PINE SPRING 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
SALAZAR 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WINSOR 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
PAJARITO NORDIC SKI 2.6 SNOW - - -
NORSKI 2.6 SNOW - - -
NORSKI 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CAMINO REAL 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SADDLEBACK 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
CHIHUAHUENOS 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MITCHELL 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ASPEN SPUR 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CHAMISA 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
CANADA GONZALES 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ATALAYA 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SAN LORENZO 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SOUTH LOOP 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RIO NAMBE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SAN LEONARDO 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SECO 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WINSOR 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
JICARITA CREEK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
AGUA SARCA 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RIO NAMBE 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
JUAN 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CIENEGA REDONDA 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LARKSPUR 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SCOUT 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PAJARITO NORDIC 1.9 SNOW - - -
CERRO PELADO 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LAKE KATHERINE 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
WATER CANYON 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
SOUTH AZUL 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
RECHUELOS 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
CHUPADEROS SOUTH 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
LAKE JOHNSON 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
GUAJE CANYON 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SAN LEONARDO 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TURKEY SPRING 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CAPULIN 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
VIGIL LAKE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
LOWER NAMBE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VALLE LARGO 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
CAPULIN 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PANCHUELA WEST 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
MIDDLE FORK SANTA BARBARA 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PECOS RIVER 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RITO PERRO 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
RITO AZUL 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
TRAILRIDERS 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RECHUELOS 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BARRANQUENO 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
TSI'PIN 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LOS ALAMOS CANYON 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
RENDIJA 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
JACKS CREEK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
LOWER LOOP 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
UPPER CUT OFF 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CUESTA COLORADA 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
BEANFIELD RIDGE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
PANCHUELA WEST 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
CHUPADEROS SPUR 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
MESA DEL MEDIO 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BEAR WALLOW 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
NAMBE LAKE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BORREGO 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
BLACK CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TRAMPAS LAKE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GUAJE CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RITO QUEMADO 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
CAMINO REAL 0.8 Yes Yes Yes
HIDDEN LAKE SPUR 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CANY 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
POT CREEK INTERPRETIVE TRAIL 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WINSOR 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MOGOTE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TIO MAES CANYON 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
NEBLINA'S 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ST. JOHN'S 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RECHUELOS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
NORTH EAST FORK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
EAST BALDY 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BORDO DEL MEDIO 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
UPPER NAMBE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
MEADOW LOOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TIO MAES CANYON 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
HIDDEN LOOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RECHUELOS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BOUNDARY PEAK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PO-SHU-OINGE' 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RECHUELOS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
DEAD DOG 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HORSETHIEF 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BLUE LOOP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LOST LOOP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WINSOR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TIO MAES CANYON 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CORRAL CANYON CONNECTOR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
RIDGE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
STEWART LAKE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
VEGAS CAPULIN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
RECHUELOS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
GREEN LOOP 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TIO MAES CANYON 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
WINSOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
HARD ATALAYA 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RECHUELOS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
CAPULIN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TIO MAES CANYON 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
RECHUELOS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
COWLES POND 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BOUNDARY PEAK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TIO MAES CANYON 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
CENTENNIAL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SALAZAR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CANY CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
ECHO AMPHITHEATER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TIO MAES CANYON 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
RECHUELOS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RECHUELOS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LAS CONCHAS PICNIC AREA 0.1 ASPHALT Yes - -
TIO MAES CANYON 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
DEAD DOG 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RECHUELOS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
UPPER CUT OFF 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -

Museums in La Mesilla

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LOS ALAMOS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1050 BATHTUB ROW5056626272$248,050
EL MUSEO CULTURAL DE SANTA FEGENERAL MUSEUM5059920591$114,857
SOUTHWEST SOARING MUSEUM FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM918 HISTORIC US ROUTE 665058329222$74,715
CHIMAYO CULTURAL PRESERVATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5053510945$44,327
BANDELIER NATIONAL MONUMENTHISTORIC PRESERVATION5056723861
BRADBURY SCIENCE MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM5056674444
BRADBURY SCIENCE MUSEUM LOS ALAMOS NATIONAL LABORATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM15TH AND CENTRAL
GEORGIA O'KEEFFE HOME AND STUDIOHISTORIC PRESERVATIONUS HIGHWAY 845059461098
GUADALUPE HISTORIC FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LIVING TREASURES OF LOS ALAMOSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NEW MEXICO WOMEN IN THE ARTSGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 31314
PAJARITO ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5056620460
POEH CULTURAL CENTER-MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5054553334
POEH MUSEUM PUEBLO OF POJOAQUEGENERAL MUSEUM5054553334
SAN GABRIEL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in La Mesilla

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LOS ALAMOS COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM2400 CENTRAL AVENUE0.0314,612
ESPANOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY313 NORTH PASEO DE ONATE0.091,232
PUEBLO OF POJOAQUE PUBLIC LIBRARY101 B LIGHTNING LOOP0.018,069
EMBUDO VALLEY LIBRARY & COMMUNITY CENTER217A HWY 75 DIXON0.017,507
P'OE TSAWA COMMUNITY LIBRARY232 POPAY AVENUE0.011,091
SANTA CLARA PUEBLO COMMUNITY LIBRARY1 KEE ST. LOS ALAMOS HWY.0.06,876
PUEBLO DE ABIQUIU LIBRARY & CULTURAL CENTERCOUNTY RD. #187 BUILDING #290.05,638
TAYTSUGEH OWEENGEH LIBRARYINTERGENERATIONAL CENTER0.03,700
PUEBLO DE SAN ILDEFONSO LIBRARY1B TUNYO PO0.0785

Farmers Markets in La Mesilla

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Espanola Farmers Market1005 N.Railroad Avenue06/09/2014 to 10/27/2014Mon: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM;YesVisit
Los Alamos Farmers' Market20th & Central05/01/2014 to 10/30/2014Thu: 7:00 AM-12:30 PM;YesVisit
Pueblo of Pojoaque Farmers' & Crafts Market78 Cities of Gold05/28/2014 to 10/22/2014Wed: 11:00 AM-5:00 PM;Visit

Golf Courses in La Mesilla

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Black Mesa Golf Club

Breweries in La Mesilla

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bathtub Row Brewing Co-opBreweries, Food & Drink163 Central Park Sq5055008381

Ski Resorts Near La Mesilla

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Taos 113.0 15 3,795 $84 November - April - Yes

Cell Towers in La Mesilla

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1333 N RIVERSIDE DR (108731)LTOWER107
1333 N RIVERSIDE DR (108731)LTOWER107
Nambe Site CUYAMUNGE ARROYOTOWER81
Nambe Site CUYAMUNGE ARROYOTOWER81
(White Rock) WHITE ROCK NMGTOWER60

Bridges in La Mesilla

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertSteel1979382,997G

Amtrak Stations in La Mesilla

3 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Los Alamos, NM124 State Highway 4BUS
Los Alamos, NM109 Central Park SquareBUS
Santa Fe, NM198 State Road 592BUS

Airports Near La Mesilla

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Santa Fe Municipal AirportSAFMedium Airport
Taos Regional AirportTSMMedium Airport
Grant Besley Airport-Small Airport
Los Alamos AirportLAMSmall Airport
Medanales Airport-Small Airport
Ohkay Owingeh AirportESOSmall Airport
Tierra Amarilla / El Vado Lake State Park Airport-Small Airport
Tierra de Dios Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in La Mesilla

9 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Espanola Police Department1316 Calle Adelante
Los Alamos Justice Center2500 Trinity Drive
New Mexico State Police Chimayo SubstationJuan Medina Road
New Mexico State Police District 7 Espanola Substation1410 North Paseo de Oñate
Northern Pueblos Agency193 Eagle Drive
Pojoaque Pueblo Police Department58 Cities of Gold Road
Rio Arriba County Sheriff1122 Industrial Park Road
Santa Clara Tribal Police Department578 Kee Street
Tesuque Tribal Police Department3 TP 830

Treatment Centers in La Mesilla

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
El Centro Family HealthSubstance Abuse505-753-7395
El Centro Family Health - Bond Street ClinicSubstance Abuse800-284-7284
Espanola Health Services - South Valley Health ServicesSubstance Abuse505-747-0221
PMS Espanola Family WellnessMental Health505-443-2800
Rio Arriba County Department of - Health and Human ServicesSubstance Abuse505-753-3143
Santa Fe Mountain Center Inc - Harm ReductionBoth505-901-9020

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1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near La Mesilla.

Name Year Description
La mesilla, NM 2007 Saw a light above & to right of moon that moved steadily at a very low rate of speed to L of moon. ((NUFORC Note: Jupiter? PD))

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Frequently Asked Questions About La Mesilla

What is the population of La Mesilla?

La Mesilla has a population of 2,531 residents and is located in New Mexico. The population density is 569 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 43.6% female and 56.4% male.

Is La Mesilla expensive to live in?

La Mesilla is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $74,385, 1% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $266,900 (5% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,015 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in La Mesilla?

La Mesilla has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 11.1 inches, with 10.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in La Mesilla?

The job market in La Mesilla is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $2,191. There are 606 business establishments in the area, including 34 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 13.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in La Mesilla?

The median home value in La Mesilla is $266,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $320,034. According to Redfin, the median sale price is $590,000, with homes typically selling within 224 days. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,015. Fair market rent is $927 for a 1-bedroom and $1,129 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 88.7%. The average annual property tax is $3,973.

How are the schools in La Mesilla?

Schools in La Mesilla perform well, with an average test score of 7.3 out of 10 / above the national benchmark. 35.8% of adults in La Mesilla hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. 16.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is La Mesilla?

The obesity rate in La Mesilla is 38.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.8% of adults are smokers. 26.0% are physically inactive. 21.3% of residents report depression. 4.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 99.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:644.

What is transportation like in La Mesilla?

The average commute in La Mesilla is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 73% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of La Mesilla?

The racial and ethnic makeup of La Mesilla is 37.7% White, 63.6% Hispanic or Latino. 66.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 34.6% speak Spanish. 9.1% of the population are military veterans. 11.7% of residents have a disability. 96.0% have health insurance coverage.

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