New Mexico · Metropolitan Area
Los Lunas is a small city in New Mexico with a population of 17,932. Residents earn $63,696 per year, which is 15% below the national average.
Based on current data, Los Lunas receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Los Lunas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Los Lunas is $63,696, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Los Lunas is $232,700, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,157 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 806 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,793 per 100,000, 145% above the national average.
27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Los Lunas 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.
| English Only | 77.4% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 22.6% |
| 69% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $63,696 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,414 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $955 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,941 |
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.6% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,532 |
| County GDP | $2,430M |
| Restaurants | 85 |
| Healthcare | 113 |
| Retail | 155 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,068 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.32% |
| Commute Time | 26.1 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |
| Census Median | $232,700 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $317,377 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,157 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,040 |
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,068 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.32% |
| Obesity | 34.5% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.9% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 16.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 67.1% |
| Premature Death | 11,779/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 47.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 113 |
| Total Violent | 806.4/100K |
| 112% above US avg | |
| Murder | 13.0/100K |
| 107% above US avg | |
| Rape | 19.5/100K |
| Robbery | 52.0/100K |
| Assault | 721.8/100K |
| Total Property | 4,792.6/100K |
| 145% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 832.4/100K |
| Theft | 3,583.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 377.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| FEMA Disasters | 273 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.1°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 9.2 inches |
| 76% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 5.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 5,420 ft (1,652 m) |
| Area | 20.4 sq mi (52.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 881/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8009°N, 106.7887°W |
| County FIPS | 35061 |
Winner: Republican by 16.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 27.6% |
| 18% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.65 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 881/sq mi |
| Total Area | 20.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 113 |
| Restaurants | 85 |
| Retail Stores | 155 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 273 |
| Avg Commute | 26.1 min |
| Work from Home | 6.8% |