Ojo Caliente, NM

New Mexico

Ojo Caliente is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 91.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
91 Population 34/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median AgeN/A
Density34/mi²
Male / Female100% / 0%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans47.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$1,379M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain11.7 in/yr
Elevation6,318 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+100.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
CommuteN/A
Broadband47.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Ojo Caliente a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ojo Caliente receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Ojo Caliente 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 0.0%.

Education

Ojo Caliente is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Ojo Caliente experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Ojo Caliente has a population of 91 with a density of 34 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

91
Total Population
34
People / sq mi
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 100%
Female 0%

Race & Ethnicity

Ojo Caliente vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ojo Caliente vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ojo Caliente is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average).

Income: Ojo Caliente vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$52,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below 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

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,640
25% below US avg
In Ojo Caliente, 29.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.4%
8% below US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate64.9%
Premature Death21,299/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Ojo Caliente has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.7 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall23.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,318 ft (1,926 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates36.3147°N, 106.0374°W
County FIPS35039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.4-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.2%
D 58.6%

Winner: Democrat by 19.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density34/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants65
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

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