Ohkay Owingeh, NM

New Mexico

Ohkay Owingeh is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 1,178. Residents earn $65,179 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
1,178 Population 307/sq mi density
$65,179 Median Income $31,428 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value
$421 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$65,179 median income, 3.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value, $421/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,179
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.1%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $421
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.3%
72% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,178
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density307/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 3%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,179
Per Capita$31,428
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty21.3%
County GDP$1,379M
Commute11 min

Housing

F
Home Value$2,000,001
Rent$421
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Elevation5,771 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.1%
High School+93.3%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute11 min
Libraries10

Is Ohkay Owingeh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ohkay Owingeh receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Ohkay Owingeh has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ohkay Owingeh is $65,179, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ohkay Owingeh is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $421 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 30.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ohkay Owingeh 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 11.1 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Ohkay Owingeh has a population of 1,178 with a density of 307 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (91.7%), with 3% White.

Population

1,178
Total Population
307
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ohkay Owingeh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only21.8%
72% below US avg
Spanish78.2%
484% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ohkay Owingeh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ohkay Owingeh is $65,179, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Ohkay Owingeh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,179
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,428
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$52,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.3%
72% above US avg
Establishments (County)859
County GDP$1,379M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare72
Retail81
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,640
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.6 min
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ohkay Owingeh is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $421 (64% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$421
64% 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-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,640
25% below US avg
Effective Rate0.13%
In Ohkay Owingeh, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ohkay Owingeh vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma13.7%
COPD7.9%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress18.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.8%
Checkup Rate67.9%
Premature Death21,299/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access49.7%
Healthcare Facilities72

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Ohkay Owingeh 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 11.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.1 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall10.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,771 ft (1,759 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density307/sq mi
Coordinates36.0453°N, 106.0459°W
County FIPS35039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.2%
D 58.6%

Winner: Democrat by 19.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.1%
26% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score4.65
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density307/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants65
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.6 min
Work from Home4.5%

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