Logan, NM

New Mexico

Logan is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 858. Residents earn $27,885 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
858 Population 81/sq mi density
$27,885 Median Income $21,730 per capita
$109,400 Home Value $169,553 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
309 Violent Crime/100K 1,442 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$27,885 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$109,400 home value, $1,125/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
309 violent crimes/100K (19% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,885
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,400
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 309/100K
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.3%
193% higher than US avg

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

People

Population858
Median Age67.8 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

C
Median Income$27,885
Per Capita$21,730
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty36.3%
County GDP$354M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$109,400
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,553

Crime

F
Violent309/100K
Property1,442/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault309/100K
Burglary309/100K

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Elevation3,797 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+91.8%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Libraries1

Is Logan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Logan receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Logan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Logan is $27,885, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 36.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Logan is $109,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Logan is below the national average at 309 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,442 per 100,000, 26% below the national average.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Logan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.0 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Logan has a population of 858 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 67.8 years, 74% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.5%).

Population

858
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
67.8yrs
Median Age
74% above US avg
10.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Logan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.6%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.4%
67% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Logan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Logan is $27,885, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 36.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Logan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,885
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,730
Avg Weekly Wage$832
IRS Avg AGI$42,045

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate36.3%
193% above US avg
Establishments (County)330
County GDP$354M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare25
Retail39
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,717
51% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Logan is $109,400, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,553.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,400
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,553

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,717
51% below US avg
Effective Rate1.57%
In Logan, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.6%
Checkup Rate67.2%
Premature Death16,627/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access74.9%
Healthcare Facilities25
Logan has a violent crime rate of 309 per 100,000 residents, 19% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,442 per 100,000 (26% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent309.0/100K
19% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault309.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,441.8/100K
26% below US avg
Burglary309.0/100K
Theft1,029.9/100K
Vehicle Theft103.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Logan has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.0 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall17.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,797 ft (1,157 m)
Area10.6 sq mi (27.5 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates35.3555°N, 103.4530°W
County FIPS35037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.4%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area10.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants36
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Work from Home4.1%

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