Malaga, NM

New Mexico

Malaga is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 63.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
63 Population 21/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $52,629 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°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 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population63
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$52,629
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,319M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Elevation2,994 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
CommuteN/A
Broadband56.0%
Libraries2

Is Malaga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malaga 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. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Malaga 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. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Malaga enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Malaga has a population of 63 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.7%).

Population

63
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Malaga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.2%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.8%
10% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Malaga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malaga 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: Malaga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$52,629
Avg Weekly Wage$1,470
IRS Avg AGI$84,135

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,976
County GDP$11,319M

Business (County)

Restaurants159
Healthcare118
Retail195
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,282
6% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,282
6% below US avg
In Malaga, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma8.2%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.9%
Checkup Rate56.2%
Premature Death12,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access73.6%
Healthcare Facilities118

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Malaga has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.6 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,994 ft (913 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates32.2209°N, 104.0660°W
County FIPS35015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 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 55.9-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.3%
D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 55.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities118
Restaurants159
Retail Stores195

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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