Median Income
$110,083
46% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.5%
40% lower than US avg
How Mount Taylor Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population482
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density252/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 48%
Economy
A+
Median Income$110,083
Per Capita$32,980
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$868M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain9.7 in/yr
Elevation6,421 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
CommuteN/A
Broadband53.0%
Libraries3
Is Mount Taylor a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Mount Taylor receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Mount Taylor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Mount Taylor is $110,083, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places Mount Taylor among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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
Mount Taylor 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.
Mount Taylor has a population of 482 with a density of 252 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.3%).
Population
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Mount Taylor vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 84.9% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Spanish | 15.1% |
| 13% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Mount Taylor vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Mount Taylor is $110,083, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Mount Taylor vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $110,083 |
| 46% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,980 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $934 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $41,403 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% |
| 40% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 449 |
| County GDP | $868M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 46 |
| Healthcare | 44 |
| Retail | 57 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,380 |
| 32% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,380 |
| 32% below US avg |
In Mount Taylor, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Mount Taylor vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.2% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.3% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 65.9% |
| Premature Death | 16,697/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 44 |
Crime Rates: Mount Taylor vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Mount Taylor 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 Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 9.7 inches |
| 75% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 7.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,421 ft (1,957 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 252/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1241°N, 107.8075°W |
| County FIPS | 35006 |