Ojo Amarillo, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Ojo Amarillo is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 380. Residents earn $21,488 per year, which is 71% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
380 Population 193/sq mi density
$21,488 Median Income $14,757 per capita
N/A Home Value
$789 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.2 / 5.0
$21,488 median income, 8.6% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$789/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,488
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $789
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 49.4%
298% higher than US avg

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

People

Population380
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density193/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

F
Median Income$21,488
Per Capita$14,757
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty49.4%
County GDP$7,043M
Commute31 min

Housing

D
Home ValueN/A
Rent$789
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease9.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain7.3 in/yr
Elevation5,408 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+90.5%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute31 min
Libraries3

Is Ojo Amarillo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ojo Amarillo receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ojo Amarillo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ojo Amarillo is $21,488, 71% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 49.4% 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

Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ojo Amarillo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 7.3 inches, including 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Ojo Amarillo has a population of 380 with a density of 193 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (93.4%), with 86.6% Asian.

Population

380
Total Population
193
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.1%
Female 67.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ojo Amarillo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only40.4%
49% below US avg
Spanish59.6%
345% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ojo Amarillo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ojo Amarillo is $21,488, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 49.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Ojo Amarillo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,488
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,757
Avg Weekly Wage$1,077
IRS Avg AGI$56,852

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate49.4%
298% 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

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% 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-Occupied55.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,974
15% below US avg
In Ojo Amarillo, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 35.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ojo Amarillo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes19.1%
Heart Disease9.6%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma16.0%
COPD12.8%
Stroke6.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.4%
Physical Inactivity35.3%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress26.4%
Physical Distress24.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate69.0%
Premature Death18,277/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Ojo Amarillo has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 7.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall7.3 inches
81% below US avg
Snowfall7.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,408 ft (1,648 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density193/sq mi
Coordinates36.6941°N, 108.3704°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+90.5%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density193/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities294
Restaurants230
Retail Stores417

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Work from Home10.1%

Nearby Cities

Compare Ojo Amarillo with another city: