La Puebla, NM

New Mexico

La Puebla is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 844. Residents earn $86,083 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
844 Population 297/sq mi density
$86,083 Median Income $37,671 per capita
$297,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$86,083 median income, 12.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$297,600 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,083
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $297,600
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.6%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.4%
244% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population844
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density297/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 50%

Economy

B+
Median Income$86,083
Per Capita$37,671
Unemployment12.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,815M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$297,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI37 (Good)
Elevation5,863 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+82.8%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 33% / D 63%
Commute39 min
Libraries2

Is La Puebla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Puebla receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. La Puebla offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Puebla is $86,083, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 12.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Puebla is $297,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

La Puebla experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

La Puebla has a population of 844 with a density of 297 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.4%).

Population

844
Total Population
297
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

La Puebla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only33.4%
57% below US avg
Spanish66.6%
397% above US avg

Social Characteristics

La Puebla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Puebla is $86,083, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: La Puebla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,083
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,671
Avg Weekly Wage$2,191
IRS Avg AGI$130,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.4%
244% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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
Effective Tax Rate1.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.3 min
Work from Home40.4%

Walkability

The median home value in La Puebla is $297,600, 6% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$297,600
6% 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-Occupied77.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Rate1.34%
In La Puebla, 27.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.6%
14% below US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma8.8%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate65.2%
Premature Death3,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.3%
Healthcare Facilities72

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

La Puebla has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

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)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,863 ft (1,787 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density297/sq mi
Coordinates35.9882°N, 106.0006°W
County FIPS35028
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 30.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.2%
D 63.4%

Winner: Democrat by 30.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+82.8%
School Test Score4.65
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density297/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants34
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.3 min
Work from Home40.4%

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