Ojo Encino, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Ojo Encino is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 451. Residents earn $28,750 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
451 Population 694/sq mi density
$28,750 Median Income $7,940 per capita
$93,300 Home Value
$930 Median Rent
48°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
$28,750 median income, 11.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$93,300 home value, $930/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,750
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $930
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.7%
225% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 73.0%
489% higher than US avg

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

People

Population451
Median Age22.9 yrs
Density694/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 1%

Economy

F
Median Income$28,750
Per Capita$7,940
Unemployment11.7%
Poverty73.0%
County GDP$6,129M
Commute60 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,300
Rent$930
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease10.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Elevation6,748 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+80.9%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute60 min
Libraries16

Is Ojo Encino a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ojo Encino is $28,750, 62% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 73.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 60 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ojo Encino is $93,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ojo Encino experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Ojo Encino has a population of 451 with a density of 694 people per square mile. The median age is 22.9 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (98.9%), with 1.1% White, 78.3% Asian.

Population

451
Total Population
694
People / sq mi
22.9yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ojo Encino vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only37.4%
52% below US avg
Spanish62.6%
367% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ojo Encino vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ojo Encino is $28,750, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 73.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 60 minutes.

Income: Ojo Encino vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,750
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$7,940
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$73,911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.7%
225% above US avg
Poverty Rate73.0%
489% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,273
County GDP$6,129M

Business (County)

Restaurants179
Healthcare283
Retail191
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,224
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time60.3 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ojo Encino is $93,300, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $930 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,300
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$930
20% 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-Occupied57.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,224
21% above US avg
Effective Rate4.53%
In Ojo Encino, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 37.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.0%
37% above US avg
Diabetes20.1%
Heart Disease10.0%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma14.8%
COPD14.1%
Stroke6.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity37.4%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress26.0%
Physical Distress25.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate60.6%
Premature Death9,511/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access69.4%
Healthcare Facilities283

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Ojo Encino has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.0 inches
74% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,748 ft (2,057 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density694/sq mi
Coordinates35.9525°N, 107.3445°W
County FIPS35043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46%
D 51.8%

Winner: Democrat by 5.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+80.9%
School Test Score4.65
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density694/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities283
Restaurants179
Retail Stores191

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute60.3 min
Work from Home3.2%

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