Lamy, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Lamy is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 115.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
115 Population 44/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $59,335 per capita
$592,600 Home Value $812,179 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°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
74.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $592,600
110% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 74.8%
122% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.6%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population115
Median Age59.9 yrs
Density44/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$59,335
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,087M

Housing

Home Value$592,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$812,179

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity21.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Elevation6,567 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+74.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 24% / D 73%
CommuteN/A
Broadband82.0%
Libraries8

Is Lamy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lamy 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. Lamy 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lamy is $592,600, making it a premium housing market at 110% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Lamy is a highly educated community — 74.8% 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

Lamy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Lamy has a population of 115 with a density of 44 people per square mile. The median age is 59.9 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80%).

Population

115
Total Population
44
People / sq mi
59.9yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.4%
Female 69.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lamy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.2%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.8%
33% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lamy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lamy is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Lamy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$59,335
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$89,177

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,768
County GDP$10,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants465
Healthcare561
Retail775
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.87%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home59.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lamy is $592,600, 110% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $812,179.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$592,600
110% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$812,179

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-Occupied41.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Rate0.87%
In Lamy, 21.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 12.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.6%
33% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure21.7%
Asthma9.5%
COPD3.2%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity12.9%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress13.7%
Physical Distress9.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate67.9%
Premature Death8,950/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access83.4%
Healthcare Facilities561

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Lamy has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall22.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,567 ft (2,002 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density44/sq mi
Coordinates35.4855°N, 105.8863°W
County FIPS35049
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 74.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (122% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 48.9-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.4%
D 73.4%

Winner: Democrat by 48.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+74.8%
122% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density44/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities561
Restaurants465
Retail Stores775

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home59.0%

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