Los Luceros, NM

New Mexico

Los Luceros is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 757.

1.0 /5.0
F Poor
757 Population 462/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $29,847 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.0 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.0 / 5.0
0.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.2%
99% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.4%
97% higher than US avg

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

People

Population757
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density462/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 19%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,847
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty24.4%
County GDP$1,379M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Elevation5,734 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+0.2%
High School+55.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
CommuteN/A
Libraries10

Is Los Luceros a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Los Luceros receives an overall livability score of 1.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Los Luceros faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 24.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 55.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Los Luceros experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Los Luceros has a population of 757 with a density of 462 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (19.3%).

Population

757
Total Population
462
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Los Luceros vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only40.5%
48% below US avg
Spanish59.5%
344% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Los Luceros vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Los Luceros is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Los Luceros vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,847
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$52,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.4%
97% above US avg
Establishments (County)859
County GDP$1,379M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare72
Retail81
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,640
25% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home14.9%

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-Occupied88.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,640
25% below US avg
In Los Luceros, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%
Checkup Rate66.5%
Premature Death21,299/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access49.7%
Healthcare Facilities72

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Los Luceros has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.1 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall10.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,734 ft (1,748 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density462/sq mi
Coordinates36.1144°N, 106.0372°W
County FIPS35039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (99% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.2%
D 58.6%

Winner: Democrat by 19.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.2%
99% below US avg
High School+55.0%
School Test Score4.65
F Education Grade (1.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density462/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants65
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home14.9%

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