Paguate, NM

New Mexico

Paguate is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 325.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
325 Population 67/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $15,125 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°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
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 84.0%
577% higher than US avg

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

People

Population325
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density67/mi²
Male / Female28% / 72%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$15,125
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty84.0%
County GDP$868M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Elevation6,296 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
CommuteN/A
Libraries3

Is Paguate a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paguate receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Paguate 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%. The poverty rate of 84.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% 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

Paguate experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches, including 15.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Paguate has a population of 325 with a density of 67 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%), with 12.9% Asian.

Population

325
Total Population
67
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 28%
Female 72%

Race & Ethnicity

Paguate vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only52.4%
33% below US avg
Spanish47.6%
255% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Paguate vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paguate is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 84.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Paguate vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$15,125
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$41,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate84.0%
577% above US avg
Establishments (County)449
County GDP$868M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare44
Retail57
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home35.9%

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)$2,380
32% below US avg
In Paguate, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes17.3%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma14.3%
COPD9.5%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress23.4%
Physical Distress20.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Checkup Rate67.2%
Premature Death16,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access53.3%
Healthcare Facilities44

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Paguate has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.0 inches
74% below US avg
Snowfall15.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,296 ft (1,919 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.6 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates35.1564°N, 107.4007°W
County FIPS35006
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48%
D 49.6%

Winner: Democrat by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below 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 Density67/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants46
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home35.9%

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