Luis Lopez, NM

New Mexico

Luis Lopez is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 82. Residents earn $76,595 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
82 Population 152/sq mi density
$76,595 Median Income $45,470 per capita
$216,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,595 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$216,400 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,595
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $216,400
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.4%
55% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population82
Median Age74.3 yrs
Density152/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans48.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,595
Per Capita$45,470
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$666M

Housing

A+
Home Value$216,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain9.6 in/yr
Elevation4,622 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
CommuteN/A
Broadband23.0%
Libraries3

Is Luis Lopez a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Luis Lopez receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Luis Lopez stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Luis Lopez is $76,595, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Luis Lopez is $216,400, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Luis Lopez is a highly educated community — 52.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Luis Lopez enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Luis Lopez has a population of 82 with a density of 152 people per square mile. The median age is 74.3 years, 91% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

82
Total Population
152
People / sq mi
74.3yrs
Median Age
91% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Luis Lopez vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Luis Lopez vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Luis Lopez is $76,595, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Luis Lopez vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,595
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,470
Avg Weekly Wage$997
IRS Avg AGI$47,420

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)388
County GDP$666M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare36
Retail34
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home100.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Luis Lopez is $216,400, 23% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$216,400
23% below US avg

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)$3,000
14% below US avg
Effective Rate1.39%
In Luis Lopez, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Luis Lopez vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma8.8%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate61.5%
Premature Death17,605/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.1/10
Exercise Access52.9%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Luis Lopez has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.6 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,622 ft (1,409 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates33.9905°N, 106.8878°W
County FIPS35053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 52.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.7-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.5%
D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 3.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.4%
55% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density152/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants40
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home100.0%

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