Laguna, NM

New Mexico

Laguna is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 786.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
786 Population 82/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $25,928 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 19.3%
436% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.3%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population786
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 11%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,928
Unemployment19.3%
Poverty18.3%
County GDP$868M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Elevation5,856 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
CommuteN/A
Libraries3

Is Laguna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Laguna receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Laguna has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 19.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Laguna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches, including 15.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Laguna has a population of 786 with a density of 82 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (89.2%), with 10.8% White.

Population

786
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
9.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.1%
Female 67.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Laguna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only44.2%
44% below US avg
Spanish55.8%
316% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Laguna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Laguna is N/A. The unemployment rate is 19.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Laguna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,928
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$41,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.3%
436% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.3%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)449
County GDP$868M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare44
Retail57
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied55.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg
In Laguna, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Laguna vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes17.3%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma14.3%
COPD9.5%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress20.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Checkup Rate67.3%
Premature Death16,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access53.3%
Healthcare Facilities44

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Laguna has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.0 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall15.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,856 ft (1,785 m)
Area9.6 sq mi (24.7 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates35.0474°N, 107.4017°W
County FIPS35006
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48%
D 49.6%

Winner: Democrat by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density82/sq mi
Total Area9.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants46
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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