Luna, NM

New Mexico

Luna is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 67.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
67 Population 12/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $18,596 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population67
Median Age75.8 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female90% / 10%
Largest GroupWhite 39%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,596
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$144M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI17 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Elevation7,010 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score3.62

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
CommuteN/A
Broadband74.0%
Libraries2

Is Luna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Luna receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Luna stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.6/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Luna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Luna has a population of 67 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 75.8 years, 95% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (61.2%), with 38.8% White.

Population

67
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
75.8yrs
Median Age
95% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 89.6%
Female 10.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Luna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Luna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Luna is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Luna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,596
Avg Weekly Wage$801
IRS Avg AGI$47,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)133
County GDP$144M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare6
Retail16
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$900
74% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$671
1 Bedroom$783
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,280
4 Bedrooms$1,528

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$900
74% below US avg
In Luna, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.5%
Premature Death11,457/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.3/10
Exercise Access63.3%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Luna has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 17.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median17.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%
Unhealthy Days4

Geography

Elevation7,010 ft (2,137 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates33.8176°N, 108.9412°W
County FIPS35003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.3%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score3.62
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants6
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

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