Mora, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Mora is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 518. Residents earn $69,063 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
518 Population 64/sq mi density
$69,063 Median Income $24,773 per capita
$213,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,063 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$213,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,063
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $213,600
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.3%
64% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population518
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density64/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,063
Per Capita$24,773
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,087M

Housing

A+
Home Value$213,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain24.9 in/yr
Elevation7,240 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.3%
High School+92.8%
School Score4.25

Community

2024 VoteR 24% / D 73%
CommuteN/A
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is Mora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mora 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. Mora stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mora is $69,063, 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mora is $213,600, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Mora is a highly educated community — 55.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Mora experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.9 inches, including 108.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Mora has a population of 518 with a density of 64 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.2%), with 6.9% Hispanic, 6.9% Asian.

Population

518
Total Population
64
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
8.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29.7%
Female 70.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.3%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.7%
84% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mora is $69,063, which is 8% below 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.

Income: Mora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,063
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,773
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$89,177

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,768
County GDP$10,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants465
Healthcare561
Retail775
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home31.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Mora is $213,600, 24% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$213,600
24% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$723
1 Bedroom$798
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,332
4 Bedrooms$1,569

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In Mora, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma8.4%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate66.2%
Premature Death8,950/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access83.4%
Healthcare Facilities561

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Mora has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.9 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall108.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,240 ft (2,207 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates35.9635°N, 105.3313°W
County FIPS35049
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 55.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 48.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.4%
D 73.4%

Winner: Democrat by 48.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+55.3%
64% above US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score4.25
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density64/sq mi
Total Area8.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities561
Restaurants465
Retail Stores775

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home31.9%

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