Los Chaves, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Los Chaves is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 4,641. Residents earn $81,320 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
4,641 Population 406/sq mi density
$81,320 Median Income $51,525 per capita
$240,500 Home Value
$860 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$81,320 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$240,500 home value, $860/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,320
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $240,500
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.3%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $860
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,641
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density406/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 57%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,320
Per Capita$51,525
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$2,430M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,500
Rent$860
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain9.2 in/yr
Elevation4,825 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.3%
High School+91.7%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute27 min
Libraries5

Is Los Chaves a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Los Chaves receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Los Chaves stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Los Chaves is $81,320, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Los Chaves is $240,500, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Los Chaves enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.2 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Los Chaves has a population of 4,641 with a density of 406 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.1%), with 7.6% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.

Population

4,641
Total Population
406
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
11.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Los Chaves vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.3%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.7%
32% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Los Chaves vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Los Chaves is $81,320, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Los Chaves vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,320
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,525
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$55,941

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% 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
Effective Tax Rate1.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Los Chaves is $240,500, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,500
15% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$860
26% 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-Occupied91.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.28%
In Los Chaves, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Los Chaves vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate67.0%
Premature Death11,779/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Los Chaves has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.2 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,825 ft (1,471 m)
Area11.4 sq mi (29.6 km²)
Population Density406/sq mi
Coordinates34.7335°N, 106.7611°W
County FIPS35061
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 35.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%
D 40.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.3%
5% above US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score4.65
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density406/sq mi
Total Area11.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities113
Restaurants85
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home14.0%

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