Oasis, NM

New Mexico

Oasis is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 123. Residents earn $11,490 per year, which is 85% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
123 Population 59/sq mi density
$11,490 Median Income $12,193 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$11,490 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $11,490
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population123
Median Age67.2 yrs
Density59/mi²
Male / Female76% / 24%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$11,490
Per Capita$12,193
Unemployment0.0%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$1,242M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Elevation4,245 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Broadband89.0%
Libraries2

Is Oasis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oasis receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Oasis has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oasis is $11,490, 85% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%.

Education

22.0% 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

Oasis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Oasis has a population of 123 with a density of 59 people per square mile. The median age is 67.2 years, 73% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

123
Total Population
59
People / sq mi
67.2yrs
Median Age
73% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 75.6%
Female 24.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Oasis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oasis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oasis is $11,490, which is 85% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average).

Income: Oasis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$11,490
85% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,193
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$38,791

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)561
County GDP$1,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare53
Retail66
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied62.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg
In Oasis, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma9.8%
COPD8.7%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate64.2%
Premature Death13,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Oasis has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.6 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,245 ft (1,294 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density59/sq mi
Coordinates32.9277°N, 107.3164°W
County FIPS35029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density59/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants62
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

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