Milan, NM

New Mexico

Milan is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 2,473. Residents earn $37,551 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,473 Population 561/sq mi density
$37,551 Median Income $21,097 per capita
$71,300 Home Value
$828 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
555 Violent Crime/100K 3,423 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$37,551 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,300 home value, $828/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
555 violent crimes/100K (46% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,551
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,300
75% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 555/100K
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $828
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.4%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,473
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density561/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 33%

Economy

B
Median Income$37,551
Per Capita$21,097
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty20.4%
County GDP$868M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,300
Rent$828
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent555/100K
Property3,423/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault555/100K
Burglary1,110/100K

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain9.7 in/yr
Elevation6,543 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+74.9%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute23 min
EV Stations3
Libraries3

Is Milan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milan receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Milan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milan is $37,551, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 20.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milan is $71,300, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $828 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 555 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,423 per 100,000, 75% above the national average.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Milan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.7 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Milan has a population of 2,473 with a density of 561 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (33.4%), with 33.4% Hispanic, 27.6% Asian.

Population

2,473
Total Population
561
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.3%
Female 42.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Milan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only60.1%
23% below US avg
Spanish39.9%
198% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Milan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milan is $37,551, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Milan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,551
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,097
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$41,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.4%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)449
County GDP$868M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare44
Retail57
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Milan is $71,300, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $828 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,300
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$828
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg
Effective Rate3.34%
In Milan, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma9.8%
COPD7.3%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.6%
Checkup Rate64.6%
Premature Death16,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access53.3%
Healthcare Facilities44
Milan has a violent crime rate of 555 per 100,000 residents, 46% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,423 per 100,000 (75% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent555.0/100K
46% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault555.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,422.8/100K
75% above US avg
Burglary1,110.1/100K
Theft2,096.8/100K
Vehicle Theft215.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Milan has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.7 inches
75% below US avg
Snowfall7.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,543 ft (1,994 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²)
Population Density561/sq mi
Coordinates35.1968°N, 107.8924°W
County FIPS35006
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48%
D 49.6%

Winner: Democrat by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+74.9%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density561/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants46
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Work from Home2.0%

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