Lemitar, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Lemitar is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 432. Residents earn $92,201 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
432 Population 315/sq mi density
$92,201 Median Income $25,881 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$92,201 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,201
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population432
Median Age24.0 yrs
Density315/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans35.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,201
Per Capita$25,881
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$2,430M
Commute33 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Elevation4,675 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+91.2%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute33 min
Broadband80.5%
Libraries5

Is Lemitar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lemitar receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lemitar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lemitar is $92,201, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Lemitar enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Lemitar has a population of 432 with a density of 315 people per square mile. The median age is 24.0 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%).

Population

432
Total Population
315
People / sq mi
24.0yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.6%
Female 60.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lemitar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only38.7%
51% below US avg
Spanish61.3%
357% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lemitar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lemitar is $92,201, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Lemitar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,201
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,881
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$55,941

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,532
County GDP$2,430M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare113
Retail155
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
In Lemitar, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 32.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity32.3%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate65.9%
Premature Death11,779/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access47.7%
Healthcare Facilities113

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Lemitar has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.1 inches
74% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,675 ft (1,425 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density315/sq mi
Coordinates34.1550°N, 106.9122°W
County FIPS35061
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin. 80.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%
D 40.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+91.2%
School Test Score4.65
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density315/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.5%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities113
Restaurants85
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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