Madrone, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Madrone is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 345. Residents earn $18,241 per year, which is 76% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
345 Population 112/sq mi density
$18,241 Median Income $15,241 per capita
$48,000 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$18,241 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$48,000 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $18,241
76% lower than US avg
Home Value $48,000
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.2%
184% higher than US avg

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

People

Population345
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density112/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 25%
Veterans2.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$18,241
Per Capita$15,241
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty35.2%
County GDP$2,430M
Commute74 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$48,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units107

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured20.1%
Smoking12.9%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain9.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4,903 ft (1,494 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+76.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute74 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries5

Is Madrone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Madrone receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Madrone offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Madrone is $18,241, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 35.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 74 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Madrone is $48,000, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Madrone 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. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 9.2 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Madrone has a population of 345 with a density of 112 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (24.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

345
Total Population
112
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Madrone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.5%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.5%
14% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Madrone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Madrone is $18,241, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 35.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 74 minutes.

Income: Madrone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$18,241
76% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,241
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$55,941

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate35.2%
184% above 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 Rate6.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time73.9 min
Drive Alone47.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Madrone is $48,000, 83% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$48,000
83% 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-Occupied89.0%
Housing Units107
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Rate6.39%
In Madrone, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.1%
Cancer5.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured20.1%
134% above US avg
Checkup Rate66.3%
Dental Visits59.6%
Premature Death11,779/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access47.7%
Healthcare Facilities113
Madrone 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. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,903 ft (1,494 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density112/sq mi
Coordinates34.5792°N, 106.7285°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS35061
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 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 16.4-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%
D 40.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+76.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.65
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density112/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities113
Restaurants85
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute73.9 min
Drive Alone47.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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