La Mesilla, NM
Full City Profile · New Mexico · Los Alamos County County
La Mesilla, NM
At a Glance
How La Mesilla Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows La Mesilla's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is La Mesilla a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
La Mesilla residents earn a median household income of $74,385 , which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,805. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 606 business establishments, including 34 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in La Mesilla is $266,900 , 5% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $320,034. Median rent is $1,015/month, with 21.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1987.
Education
35.8% of adults in La Mesilla hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% above the national average). 93.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
La Mesilla has 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.