Peak Place, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Peak Place is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 483. Residents earn $50,417 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
483 Population 369/sq mi density
$50,417 Median Income $19,432 per capita
$13,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$50,417 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$13,600 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,417
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $13,600
95% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.7%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.2%
79% higher than US avg

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

People

Population483
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density369/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 41%

Economy

C+
Median Income$50,417
Per Capita$19,432
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty22.2%
County GDP$10,087M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$13,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.8 in/yr
Elevation6,636 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+62.5%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 24% / D 73%
Commute22 min
Libraries8

Is Peak Place a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peak Place receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Peak Place offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peak Place is $50,417, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peak Place is $13,600, 95% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Peak Place experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.8 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Peak Place has a population of 483 with a density of 369 people per square mile. The median age is 28.3 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (40.8%), with 26.3% Hispanic.

Population

483
Total Population
369
People / sq mi
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.4%
Female 58.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Peak Place vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only32.0%
59% below US avg
Spanish68.0%
407% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Peak Place vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peak Place is $50,417, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Peak Place vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,417
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,432
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$89,177

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.2%
79% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,768
County GDP$10,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants465
Healthcare561
Retail775
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate38.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Peak Place is $13,600, 95% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$13,600
95% below US avg

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-Occupied94.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Rate38.00%
In Peak Place, 28.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Peak Place vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.7%
11% below US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.5%
Checkup Rate65.7%
Premature Death8,950/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access83.4%
Healthcare Facilities561

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Peak Place has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.8 inches
66% below US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,636 ft (2,023 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density369/sq mi
Coordinates35.7912°N, 105.9432°W
County FIPS35049
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 48.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.4%
D 73.4%

Winner: Democrat by 48.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+62.5%
School Test Score4.65
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density369/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities561
Restaurants465
Retail Stores775

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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