La Tierra, NM

New Mexico

La Tierra is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 329.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
329 Population 34/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $112,901 per capita
$976,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
68.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $976,200
246% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 68.9%
104% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.0%
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population329
Median Age72.5 yrs
Density34/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$112,901
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,815M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$976,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.7 in/yr
Elevation6,677 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+68.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 33% / D 63%
Commute26 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries2

Is La Tierra a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Tierra is $976,200, making it a premium housing market at 246% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

La Tierra is a highly educated community — 68.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

La Tierra experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

La Tierra has a population of 329 with a density of 34 people per square mile. The median age is 72.5 years, 86% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

329
Total Population
34
People / sq mi
72.5yrs
Median Age
86% above US avg
9.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

La Tierra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.3%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.7%
25% above US avg

Social Characteristics

La Tierra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Tierra is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: La Tierra vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$112,901
Avg Weekly Wage$2,191
IRS Avg AGI$130,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below 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 Rate0.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Work from Home18.9%

Walkability

The median home value in La Tierra is $976,200, 246% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$976,200
246% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$362
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

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-Occupied92.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Rate0.41%
In La Tierra, 22.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 12.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.0%
31% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure22.2%
Asthma9.4%
COPD3.4%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity12.8%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress13.8%
Physical Distress9.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate67.2%
Premature Death3,583/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

La Tierra has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.7 inches
72% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,677 ft (2,035 m)
Area9.8 sq mi (25.4 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates35.7473°N, 106.0309°W
County FIPS35028
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 68.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (104% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 30.2-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.2%
D 63.4%

Winner: Democrat by 30.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+68.9%
104% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density34/sq mi
Total Area9.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants34
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Work from Home18.9%

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