Morningside, NM

New Mexico

Morningside is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 352.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
352 Population 3,911/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.5%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population352
Median Age21.6 yrs
Density3,911/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,319M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Elevation3,371 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+81.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2

Is Morningside a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morningside receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Morningside stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Morningside enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Morningside has a population of 352 with a density of 3,911 people per square mile. The median age is 21.6 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%).

Population

352
Total Population
3,911
People / sq mi
21.6yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.1%
Female 63.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Morningside vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only40.5%
48% below US avg
Spanish59.5%
344% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Morningside vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morningside is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Morningside vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,470
IRS Avg AGI$84,135

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,976
County GDP$11,319M

Business (County)

Restaurants159
Healthcare118
Retail195
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,282
6% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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)$3,282
6% below US avg
In Morningside, 45.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.5%
42% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity36.3%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress17.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.7%
Checkup Rate64.9%
Premature Death12,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access73.6%
Healthcare Facilities118

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Morningside has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,371 ft (1,027 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density3,911/sq mi
Coordinates32.8610°N, 104.3971°W
County FIPS35015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 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 55.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.3%
D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 55.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+81.0%
School Test Score4.65
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density3,911/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities118
Restaurants159
Retail Stores195

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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