Nakaibito, NM

New Mexico

Nakaibito is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 251. Residents earn $31,250 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
251 Population 36/sq mi density
$31,250 Median Income $16,385 per capita
$45,000 Home Value
$775 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$31,250 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,000 home value, $775/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,250
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.9%
149% higher than US avg

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

People

Population251
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density36/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

D
Median Income$31,250
Per Capita$16,385
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty30.9%
County GDP$2,894M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,000
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease8.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Elevation6,378 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+78.7%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
Commute34 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries3

Is Nakaibito a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nakaibito receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Nakaibito has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nakaibito is $31,250, 58% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 30.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nakaibito is $45,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Nakaibito experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches, including 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Nakaibito has a population of 251 with a density of 36 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (98.4%), with 1.6% White, 98.4% Asian.

Population

251
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
7.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Nakaibito vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only43.0%
45% below US avg
Spanish57.0%
325% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Nakaibito vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nakaibito is $31,250, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Nakaibito vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,250
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,385
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$41,364

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.9%
149% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,225
County GDP$2,894M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare130
Retail214
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.1 min
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nakaibito is $45,000, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,000
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg
Effective Rate7.27%
In Nakaibito, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes18.0%
Heart Disease8.8%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma15.0%
COPD10.9%
Stroke5.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress24.3%
Physical Distress22.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.5%
Checkup Rate65.3%
Premature Death27,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.4/10
Exercise Access41.2%
Healthcare Facilities130

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Nakaibito has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.5 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall20.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,378 ft (1,944 m)
Area7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates35.7826°N, 108.8039°W
County FIPS35031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.5-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.2%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+78.7%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density36/sq mi
Total Area7.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants138
Retail Stores214

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.1 min
Work from Home8.0%

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