Mimbres, NM

New Mexico

Mimbres is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 409. Residents earn $77,244 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
409 Population 117/sq mi density
$77,244 Median Income $45,006 per capita
$181,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,244 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$181,800 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
85.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,244
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $181,800
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 85.6%
154% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population409
Median Age67.1 yrs
Density117/mi²
Male / Female36% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,244
Per Capita$45,006
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,242M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$181,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.9 in/yr
Elevation5,886 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+85.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute36 min
Libraries2

Is Mimbres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mimbres receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Mimbres stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mimbres is $77,244, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mimbres is $181,800, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Mimbres is a highly educated community — 85.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Mimbres enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Mimbres has a population of 409 with a density of 117 people per square mile. The median age is 67.1 years, 72% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

409
Total Population
117
People / sq mi
67.1yrs
Median Age
72% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.5%
Female 64.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mimbres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mimbres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mimbres is $77,244, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Mimbres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,244
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,006
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$38,791

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)561
County GDP$1,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare53
Retail66
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mimbres is $181,800, 36% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$181,800
36% 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%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg
Effective Rate1.07%
In Mimbres, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate66.0%
Premature Death13,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Mimbres has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.9 inches
66% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,886 ft (1,794 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density117/sq mi
Coordinates32.8392°N, 107.9602°W
County FIPS35029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 85.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (154% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+85.6%
154% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density117/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants62
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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