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Mountainair, NM

New Mexico · Valencia County · Albuquerque Metro

Mountainair is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 1,308. Residents earn $41,678 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,308 Population 828/sq mi density
$41,678 Median Income $17,832 per capita
$97,000 Home Value $171,048 Zillow
$906 Median Rent 20.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$41,678 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,000 home value, $906/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $41,678
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,000
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $906
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,308
Median Age26.9 yrs
Density828/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,678
Per Capita$17,832
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$2,430M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,000
Rent$906
Ownership84.2%
Zillow$171,048
Housing Units416
Rent Burden20.3%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property936/100K

Health

Obesity33.6%
Uninsured18.3%
Smoking16.2%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.9 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation6,512 ft (1,985 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+78.9%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score4.71

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute26 min
Broadband78.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is Mountainair a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mountainair receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Mountainair offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mountainair is $41,678, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mountainair is $97,000, 66% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $906 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Mountainair is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 936 per 100,000, 52% below the national average.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Mountainair experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.9 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Mountainair has a population of 1,308 with a density of 828 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 26.9 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 38.2% female and 61.8% male. The city is predominantly White (50.2%), with 14.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 72.2% of residents, while 27.8% speak Spanish. 3.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 22.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,308
Total Population
828
People / sq mi
26.9yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.8%
Female 38.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mountainair vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 72.2%
8% below US avg
Spanish 27.8%
107% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mountainair vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mountainair is $41,678, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,832 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $955, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,532 business establishments, including 85 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 24.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mountainair vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,678
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,832
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$55,941
Gini Index0.453 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,532
County GDP$2,430M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare113
Retail155
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Cost of Living92.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone61.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mountainair is $97,000, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,048, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $906 (22% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $927 for a one-bedroom to $1,129 for a two-bedroom apartment. 84.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 416 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1955. The average annual property tax is $3,068. 20.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$171,048

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$906
22% below US avg
Rent Burden20.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.2%
Owner-Occupied84.2%
Renter-Occupied15.8%
Housing Units416
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Rate3.16%
In Mountainair, 33.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 32.0% have high blood pressure. 16.2% are current smokers. 15.0% report binge drinking. 28.5% are physically inactive. 25.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 18.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,356. The dentist ratio is 1:3,003. 47.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.8%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.5%
Uninsured18.3%
113% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,356
Dentists1:3,003
Mental Health1:437
Checkup Rate65.8%
Dental Visits54.4%
Premature Death11,779/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access47.7%
Healthcare Facilities113
Mountainair has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 936 per 100,000, 52% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 12 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 273 federally declared disasters. Overall, Mountainair receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property936.3/100K
52% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Mountainair experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 12.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 6,512 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,512 ft (1,985 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density828/sq mi
Coordinates34.5212°N, 106.2393°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyValencia County County
Nearest AirportAlbuquerque International Sunport (ABQ)
41 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.9"
66% below US avg
Snowfall 14.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.68"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.59"

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0457 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score82.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability64.2 / 100
Community Resilience3.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Volcano Very Low
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

81 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.7 on May 6, 2025.

Jan 29, 1990 6 km W of Abeytas, New Mexico M4.5 59 km
Nov 8, 1990 4 km WSW of Abeytas, New Mexico M4.4 57 km
Jan 31, 1990 5 km WSW of Abeytas, New Mexico M4.0 58 km
Feb 27, 1990 25 km E of San Antonio, New Mexico M3.9 71 km
Jul 22, 1990 5 km SE of McIntosh, New Mexico M3.7 41 km
Nov 15, 1990 4 km WSW of Abeytas, New Mexico M3.6 57 km
May 5, 1990 6 km WSW of Abeytas, New Mexico M3.6 59 km
Jan 4, 1998 5 km NE of Mountainair, New Mexico M3.6 6 km
Feb 21, 1990 31 km ENE of San Antonio, New Mexico M3.6 63 km
Sep 29, 2012 4 km WNW of Belen, New Mexico M3.5 56 km
May 1, 2025 14 km NW of Alamillo, New Mexico M3.5 73 km
Jun 20, 1991 47 km SE of San Antonito, New Mexico M3.5 103 km
Dec 31, 1997 8 km E of Mountainair, New Mexico M3.5 8 km
Sep 10, 2024 7 km WNW of Paradise Hills, New Mexico M3.5 92 km
Dec 31, 1997 8 km ENE of Mountainair, New Mexico M3.5 9 km
Oct 17, 2011 3 km SE of Cuyamungue, New Mexico M3.5 150 km
Oct 20, 2016 3 km NNW of Seboyeta, New Mexico M3.5 133 km
May 24, 2004 8 km W of Abeytas, New Mexico M3.5 61 km
Dec 31, 1997 8 km ENE of Mountainair, New Mexico M3.4 9 km
Jul 22, 2013 25 km E of San Antonio, New Mexico M3.4 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

70 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2. Total: 1 injury.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 27, 1975 EF2 54 km 0
Jun 8, 1989 EF1 69 km 0
Sep 13, 1988 EF1 90 km 0
Sep 17, 1971 EF1 87 km 0
Jul 5, 1966 EF1 49 km 0
May 31, 1965 EF1 80 km 0
Aug 20, 1956 EF1 72 km 0
Jul 23, 2021 EF0 92 km 0
Jul 13, 2021 EF0 90 km 0
May 31, 2021 EF0 97 km 0
May 31, 2021 EF0 44 km 0
May 17, 2021 EF0 31 km 0
May 17, 2021 EF0 51 km 0
Aug 15, 2020 EF0 89 km 0
Jul 15, 2020 EF0 44 km 0
Jun 17, 2019 EF0 75 km 0
Jun 2, 2019 EF0 63 km 0
Jun 3, 2018 EF0 21 km 0
May 21, 2018 EF0 57 km 0
May 21, 2018 EF0 80 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Carrizozo (87 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Carrizozo Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,731 m (5,679 ft) -3250 87 km
Zuni-Bandera Volcanic field 2,550 m (8,366 ft) -1170 164 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: DOG HEAD (19,816 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 DOG HEAD 19,816 37 km
2009 EAST MAGDALENA RX 15,626 100 km
2008 TRIGO 13,855 23 km
2009 BLACK BUTTE 8,124 46 km
1996 SAN PEDRO 8,048 93 km
2008 UNNAMED 7,351 94 km
1994 OSCURA 7,179 85 km
2006 PIPELINE 7,137 99 km
2022 BIGGS 6,994 80 km
2007 OJO PEAK 6,118 18 km
2008 UNNAMED 5,083 18 km
2008 BIG SPRING 5,050 29 km
2017 NMSER FY17 RX #1 4,817 40 km
2004 LOOKOUT 4,778 50 km
1994 VEGA 4,642 59 km
2008 LADRONE RX 4,406 77 km
2002 MIDDLE TANK 4,279 40 km
2019 NMSER-FY18-RX-NORTH DIAMOND 4,261 41 km
2008 SAN PASQUAL RX 3,971 99 km
2012 LOWER TAYLOR RX LP11 3,967 78 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 0.6 in
February 37°F (3°C) 0.6 in
March 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in
April 50°F (10°C) 0.6 in Driest
May 58°F (15°C) 0.9 in
June 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 2.7 in Wettest
September 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
October 53°F (11°C) 1.4 in
November 41°F (5°C) 0.7 in
December 33°F (1°C) 0.9 in Coldest

Mountainair has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 33°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.7") and April the driest (0.6").

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Mountainair is located in Valencia County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 9.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 71% below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 57.3% of the vote, a 16.4-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 113 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 61.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%
D 40.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations273
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+78.9%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score4.71
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density828/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyValencia County County

Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Avg Download Speed96.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed17.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities113
Restaurants85
Retail Stores155

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone61.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.2%
Average costs for common services in Mountainair. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $231 ($138–$369)
Specialist Visit $323 ($184–$507)
Urgent Care Visit $184 ($92–$323)
Emergency Room Visit $2,028 ($738–$4,610)
Dental Cleaning $120 ($69–$184)
Dental Filling $231 ($138–$369)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23–$69)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $69 ($46–$111)
Brake Pad Replacement $277 ($138–$461)
Tire Rotation $37 ($18–$69)
New Tires (Set of 4) $553 ($369–$922)
Battery Replacement $184 ($92–$323)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $92 ($55–$138)
Electrician (Per Hour) $83 ($46–$129)
HVAC Repair $369 ($138–$738)
HVAC System Install $6,454 ($3,688–$11,064)
Roof Repair $922 ($369–$1,844)
Roof Replacement $8,298 ($5,071–$13,830)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,383 ($461–$3,227)
Divorce (Contested) $13,830 ($4,610–$27,660)
DUI Defense $4,610 ($1,844–$9,220)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,383 ($738–$2,766)
Will Preparation $461 ($184–$922)
Trust Preparation $2,305 ($922–$4,610)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut $51 ($28–$92)
Hair Coloring (Full) $138 ($69–$231)
Manicure $23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour) $74 ($46–$120)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.78 ($2.77–$5.07)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.23 ($2.31–$4.61)
Loaf of Bread $3.50 ($2.31–$5.07)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.15 ($2.77–$5.99)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.07 ($3.69–$6.92)
Rice (per lb) $0.92 ($0.55–$1.66)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $129 ($74–$231)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $65 ($28–$138)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $65 ($37–$111)
Internet (Monthly) $65 ($37–$92)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $60 ($28–$92)
Cable TV (Monthly) $78 ($46–$138)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $184 ($69–$461)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,844 ($1,106–$3,227)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $65 ($28–$120)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.38–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $92 ($28–$231)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$69)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,106 ($553–$2,305)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $922 ($461–$1,844)
After-School Care (Monthly) $369 ($184–$645)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $46 ($23–$92)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $922 ($369–$2,305)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,525 ($4,610–$27,660)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $55 ($28–$92)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $92 ($46–$184)
Dog Grooming $55 ($28–$92)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($18–$69)
Dog Spay/Neuter $277 ($138–$461)
Cat Spay/Neuter $184 ($92–$369)
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Top Industries in Valencia County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,060 324 $33,125 1.22
Retail Trade 2,707 156 $36,750 1.55
Construction 2,020 200 $74,505 2.21
Accommodation & Food Services 1,587 100 $22,255 1.00
Transportation & Warehousing 1,228 46 $53,424 1.66
Manufacturing 767 40 $61,347 0.54
Professional & Technical Services 389 122 $68,215 0.32
Administrative & Waste Services 380 72 $48,161 0.37
Other Services 259 72 $40,171 0.49
Finance & Insurance 214 65 $50,932 0.30
Information & Technology 191 20 $210,581 0.58
Educational Services 184 16 $46,955 0.51
Wholesale Trade 151 29 $60,362 0.22
Agriculture & Forestry 134 19 $43,958 0.95
Real Estate 121 48 $31,699 0.45
Management of Companies 64 8 $71,319 0.22
Utilities 59 7 $64,108 0.89
Arts & Entertainment 57 10 $15,353 0.19
Mining & Oil/Gas 23 5 $78,508 0.35

Schools in Mountainair

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
MOUNTAINAIR ELEMENTARY Elementary 98 9 10.9:1
MOUNTAINAIR HIGH High 69 10 6.9:1
MOUNTAINAIR JR HIGH Middle 43 4 10.8:1
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Radio Stations near Mountainair

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Mountainair

6 campgrounds found near Mountainair.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Capilla Peak 5.0/5 9 $10
Fourth of July Campground 4.0/5 18 $10
Oak Yucca and Locust Group Picnic Sites 4.0/5 3 $75–$275
PINE FLAT PICNIC SITES - A and B 4.0/5 2 $65
Red Canyon (NM) 2.0/5 40 $10–$15
Capilla Peak Picnic Site 1 $45

National Parks Near Mountainair

5 national parks and monuments found near Mountainair.

ParkTypeFee
El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Manzano Mountains State Park State Park Free
Petroglyph National Monument National Monument Free
Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument National Monument Free
Villanueva State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Mountainair

62 trails found near Mountainair.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
MANZANO CREST 22.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SALAS 7.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
COMANCHE CANYON 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALBUQUERQUE 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE SHADOW 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OJITO 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TURKEY TROT 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
OSHA 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
106 ROAD 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
MAHOGANY 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
COMANCHE CANYON 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SOUTHERN CROSSING 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WEST RIDGE 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
530 ROAD 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
OX CANYON 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
THREE BOTTLES 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIGIL 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GAMBLE OAK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MORE TURKEY 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
KAYSER MILL 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WEST BOUNDARY 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SPRUCE SPRING 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DEADMAN 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CAJUN PINE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE LOOP 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
FOURTH OF JULY 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GNASTY 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
PINE SHADOW 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RED CANYON 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BOX CANYON 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BOSQUE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PONDEROSA 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
DROP IN 1.1 Yes Yes Yes
CERRO BLANCO 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NEW CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TRAIL CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NEW CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RED CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SPRUCE SPRING 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CERRO BLANCO 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SPRUCE SPRING 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OAK FLAT CONNECTOR 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
FOURTH OF JULY (SPUR) 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LA MOSCA 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BOSQUE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KAYSER MILL 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OX CANYON 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
COTTONWOOD 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GAVILAN 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OX CANYON 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WILD TURKEY 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
GAMBEL SPUR 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CAIDA DEL PINO 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
PINE FLAT CONNECTOR 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TRAIL CANYON 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
EASY PICKIN' 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CRIMSON MAPLE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CAJUN TURKEY 0.4 Yes Yes Yes
COTTONWOOD 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
COTTONWOOD 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SPRING LOOP 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes
FOURTH OF JULY 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Mountainair

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SALINAS PUEBLO MISSIONS NATIONAL MONUMENTHISTORIC PRESERVATION5058472585

Libraries in Mountainair

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ESTANCIA PUBLIC LIBRARY600 SOUTH TENTH STREET0.026,493
MOUNTAINAIR PUBLIC LIBRARY109 N. ROOSEVELT0.03,141

Farmers Markets in Mountainair

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mountainair Farm & Garden Market 102 S. Ripley05/02/2015 to 10/17/2015Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Tri-CommunityMobileFarmersMarketVisit

Hotels in Mountainair

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shaffer Hotel
The Rock Motel
Turner Inn & RV Park

Restaurants in Mountainair

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alpine Alley
Last Chance Food Shack
Mustang Diner
The Bakery at Mountainair

Gas Stations in Mountainair

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DK Gas Station

Banks in Mountainair

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

United Business Bank

Ski Resorts Near Mountainair

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Sandia Peak 31.0 6 2,630 $47 Unknown

Cell Towers in Mountainair

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Estancia) 4100 FT N OF PICNIC AREA IN MANZANO STATE PKLTOWER95
507 North Sunset Ave (169678)LTOWER61
2008 US Hwy 60GTOWER61
21937 US Hwy 60LTOWER61
929 Hwy 41 (#311452)GTOWER56
993 Capilla Road (169607)LTOWER25

Fire Stations in Mountainair

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Mountainair Volunteer Fire Department304 N SummitVolunteer505-847-0147

Bridges in Mountainair

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete continuous19571202,774P
CulvertConcrete1958272,774F
CulvertConcrete1958272,774F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19561581,354F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19562571,354F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete continuous19571201,354F
CulvertConcrete1956331,354G
CulvertConcrete194027823G
CulvertConcrete193724823F
CulvertConcrete1951125571F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1961233571P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1930150211F

Airports Near Mountainair

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Albuquerque International SunportABQLarge Airport
Double Eagle II AirportMedium Airport
Belen Regional AirportSmall Airport
Big Sky AirportSmall Airport
Biplane Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Burris Ranch #1 AirportSmall Airport
Estancia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Flying H AirportSmall Airport
J & M Farms AirportSmall Airport
Lincoln Station AirportSmall Airport
Manzano-Mountain Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Mid Valley AirparkSmall Airport
Monte Prieto Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Moriarty Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Mountainair Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Paramotor City Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Sandia Airpark Estates East AirportSmall Airport
Skywagon Farm AirportSmall Airport
Socorro Municipal AirportONMSmall Airport
Stallion Army Air FieldSmall Airport
Valencia Community Air RanchSmall Airport

Police Stations in Mountainair

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Mountainair Police Department109 North Roosevelt Avenue

Grocery Stores in Mountainair

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
B Street Market LlcGrocery Store204 West Broadway
DK 746Convenience Store603 W Broadway
Dollar General 24004Other400 W Broadway
Family Dollar 8684Other402 W Hwy 60

Post Offices in Mountainair

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office221 West Broadway

DOL Wage Violations in Mountainair

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $30,878 in back wages owed to 27 employees.

1
Violations
$30,878
Back Wages Owed
27
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
PETTINGILL ENTERPRISES INC 87036 Other Concrete Product Manufacturing 1 $30,878 $1,144 27

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mountainair

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICASHC 66 BOX 209
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH IN MOUNTAINAIR NM INC103 S CEDARDALE AVE
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 504
MINISTRY OF SALVATIONPO BOX 153
MINISTRY SUPPORT SERVICESPO BOX 399

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Mines
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Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Historic Markers
2
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mountainair

What is the population of Mountainair?

Mountainair has a population of 1,308 residents and is located in New Mexico. The population density is 828 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 38.2% female and 61.8% male.

Is Mountainair expensive to live in?

Mountainair is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $41,678, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $97,000 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $906 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mountainair safe?

Mountainair is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 936 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Mountainair receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mountainair?

Mountainair has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.9 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.

How is the job market in Mountainair?

The unemployment rate in Mountainair is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $955. There are 1,532 business establishments in the area, including 85 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 24.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mountainair?

The median home value in Mountainair is $97,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,048. For renters, the median monthly rent is $906. Fair market rent is $927 for a 1-bedroom and $1,129 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 84.2%. The average annual property tax is $3,068.

How are the schools in Mountainair?

Schools in Mountainair have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 9.9% of adults in Mountainair hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mountainair?

The obesity rate in Mountainair is 33.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.2% of adults are smokers. 28.5% are physically inactive. 25.2% of residents report depression. 18.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 47.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,356.

What is transportation like in Mountainair?

The average commute in Mountainair is 26 minutes. 61.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 24.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mountainair?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mountainair is 50.2% White, 14.8% Black or African American. 72.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 27.8% speak Spanish. 3.4% of the population are military veterans. 22.8% of residents have a disability. 86.5% have health insurance coverage.

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