North Light Plant, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

North Light Plant is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 573.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
573 Population 265/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $13,557 per capita
$191,400 Home Value
$1,110 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $191,400
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,110
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.5%
162% higher than US avg

How North Light Plant Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population573
Median Age27.3 yrs
Density265/mi²
Male / Female27% / 73%
Largest GroupWhite 31%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,557
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty32.5%
County GDP$7,043M
Commute36 min

Housing

Home Value$191,400
Rent$1,110
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Elevation5,883 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+91.6%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute36 min
Libraries3

Is North Light Plant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Light Plant receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. North Light Plant stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 32.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Light Plant is $191,400, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,110 per month.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

North Light Plant experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.1 inches, including 10.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

North Light Plant has a population of 573 with a density of 265 people per square mile. The median age is 27.3 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (30.9%), with 9.8% Hispanic, 9.8% Asian.

Population

573
Total Population
265
People / sq mi
27.3yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 26.9%
Female 73.1%

Race & Ethnicity

North Light Plant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only50.7%
35% below US avg
Spanish49.3%
268% above US avg

Social Characteristics

North Light Plant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Light Plant is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: North Light Plant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,557
Avg Weekly Wage$1,077
IRS Avg AGI$56,852

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.5%
162% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,087
County GDP$7,043M

Business (County)

Restaurants230
Healthcare294
Retail417
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,974
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in North Light Plant is $191,400, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,110 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,400
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,110
5% 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-Occupied67.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,974
15% below US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In North Light Plant, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Light Plant vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%
Checkup Rate67.1%
Premature Death18,277/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities294

Crime Rates: North Light Plant vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

North Light Plant has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.1 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall10.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,883 ft (1,793 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density265/sq mi
Coordinates36.8670°N, 108.0331°W
County FIPS35045
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 31.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density265/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities294
Restaurants230
Retail Stores417

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Work from Home10.0%

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