Mosquero, NM

New Mexico

Mosquero is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 38. Residents earn $19,375 per year, which is 74% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
38 Population 38/sq mi density
$19,375 Median Income $20,532 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$19,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$85,000 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,375
74% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.4%
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 62.5%
404% higher than US avg

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

People

Population38
Median Age71.6 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans33.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$19,375
Per Capita$20,532
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty62.5%
County GDP$47M
Commute7 min

Housing

A
Home Value$85,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Elevation5,584 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.4%
High School+69.7%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute7 min
Broadband22.0%

Is Mosquero a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mosquero receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Mosquero offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mosquero is $19,375, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 62.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mosquero is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 69.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mosquero experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches, including 19.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Mosquero has a population of 38 with a density of 38 people per square mile. The median age is 71.6 years, 84% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.8%).

Population

38
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
71.6yrs
Median Age
84% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.2%
Female 65.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Mosquero vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only45.8%
42% below US avg
Spanish54.2%
304% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mosquero vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mosquero is $19,375, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 62.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 7 minutes.

Income: Mosquero vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,375
74% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,532
Avg Weekly Wage$897
IRS Avg AGI$49,323

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate62.5%
404% above US avg
Establishments (County)34
County GDP$47M

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time7.4 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mosquero is $85,000, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% 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

In Mosquero, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma9.0%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.8%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.3/10
Exercise Access1.2%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Mosquero has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.8 inches
59% below US avg
Snowfall19.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,584 ft (1,702 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates35.7743°N, 103.9544°W
County FIPS35021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 42.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.2-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 29.7%

Winner: Republican by 39.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.4%
26% above US avg
High School+69.7%
School Test Score4.65
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density38/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute7.4 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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