Nogal, NM

New Mexico

Nogal is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 156. Residents earn $30,982 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
156 Population 21/sq mi density
$30,982 Median Income $29,320 per capita
$135,400 Home Value $369,533 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$30,982 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$135,400 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,982
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,400
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.9%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population156
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female37% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans89.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$30,982
Per Capita$29,320
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$894M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$135,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$369,533

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain16.6 in/yr
Elevation6,799 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+99.3%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute31 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries4

Is Nogal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nogal receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Nogal offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nogal is $30,982, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nogal is $135,400, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Nogal experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.6 inches, including 27.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Nogal has a population of 156 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

156
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
7.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.5%
Female 63.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Nogal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.2%
17% below US avg
Spanish34.8%
160% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Nogal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nogal is $30,982, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Nogal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,982
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,320
Avg Weekly Wage$831
IRS Avg AGI$62,215

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)888
County GDP$894M

Business (County)

Restaurants106
Healthcare48
Retail129
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,836
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Nogal is $135,400, 52% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $369,533.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,400
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$369,533

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-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,836
10% above US avg
Effective Rate2.83%
In Nogal, 30.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 30.4% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.9%
4% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma12.4%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.6%
Checkup Rate68.5%
Premature Death12,621/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access85.9%
Healthcare Facilities48

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters455

Safety Score

Nogal has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.6 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall27.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,799 ft (2,072 m)
Area7.6 sq mi (19.7 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates33.5382°N, 105.7119°W
County FIPS35027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.5-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 38.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+99.3%
School Test Score4.65
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area7.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants106
Retail Stores129

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations455

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Work from Home1.5%

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