McIntosh, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

McIntosh is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 1,310. Residents earn $65,116 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,310 Population 56/sq mi density
$65,116 Median Income $25,083 per capita
$164,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$65,116 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,700 home value
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,116
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,700
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.6%
203% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,310
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density56/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

C+
Median Income$65,116
Per Capita$25,083
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty37.6%
County GDP$2,430M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain13.6 in/yr
Elevation6,162 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+87.2%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute43 min
Libraries5

Is McIntosh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McIntosh receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. McIntosh stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McIntosh is $65,116, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 37.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McIntosh is $164,700, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x 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%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

McIntosh experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.6 inches, including 17.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

McIntosh has a population of 1,310 with a density of 56 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75%), with 9.9% Hispanic, 9.9% Asian.

Population

1,310
Total Population
56
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
23.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

McIntosh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.0%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.0%
72% above US avg

Social Characteristics

McIntosh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McIntosh is $65,116, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 37.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: McIntosh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,116
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,083
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$55,941

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate37.6%
203% 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 Rate1.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McIntosh is $164,700, 42% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,700
42% 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-Occupied92.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.86%
In McIntosh, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.3%
Premature Death11,779/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access47.7%
Healthcare Facilities113

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

McIntosh has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.6 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall17.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,162 ft (1,878 m)
Area23.3 sq mi (60.3 km²)
Population Density56/sq mi
Coordinates34.8819°N, 106.0559°W
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.

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+87.2%
School Test Score4.65
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density56/sq mi
Total Area23.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities113
Restaurants85
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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