Middle Mesa, NM

New Mexico

Middle Mesa is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 212. Residents earn $46,758 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
212 Population 32/sq mi density
$46,758 Median Income $42,944 per capita
$258,600 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$46,758 median income, 2.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$258,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,758
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $258,600
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population212
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density32/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 26%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,758
Per Capita$42,944
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$4,264M
Commute25 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$258,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units136

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured17.5%
Smoking18.7%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation6,536 ft (1,992 m)

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 58%
Commute25 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries5

Is Middle Mesa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Middle Mesa receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Middle Mesa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Middle Mesa is $46,758, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Middle Mesa is $258,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

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

Middle Mesa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches, including 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Middle Mesa has a population of 212 with a density of 32 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (48.6%), with 25.9% White, 18.4% Asian.

Population

212
Total Population
32
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Middle Mesa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only53.4%
32% below US avg
Spanish46.6%
248% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Middle Mesa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Middle Mesa is $46,758, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Middle Mesa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,758
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,944
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$97,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,080
County GDP$4,264M

Business (County)

Restaurants228
Healthcare253
Retail287
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,196
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Middle Mesa is $258,600, 8% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$258,600
8% 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%
Housing Units136
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,196
9% below US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Middle Mesa, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Middle Mesa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.4%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.4%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress17.5%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured17.5%
103% above US avg
Checkup Rate67.0%
Dental Visits54.3%
Premature Death7,126/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access74.4%
Healthcare Facilities253
Middle Mesa has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall7.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,536 ft (1,992 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²)
Population Density32/sq mi
Coordinates36.9800°N, 107.5073°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
County FIPS08067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 18.7-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.3%
D 58%

Winner: Democrat by 18.7 points

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density32/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities253
Restaurants228
Retail Stores287

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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