Picuris Pueblo, NM

New Mexico

Picuris Pueblo is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 80.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
80 Population 174/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $26,796 per capita
$221,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $221,900
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.7%
42% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population80
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female23% / 78%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans70.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,796
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,521M
Commute11 min

Housing

Home Value$221,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Elevation7,234 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 72%
Commute11 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries4

Is Picuris Pueblo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Picuris Pueblo receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Picuris Pueblo 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%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Picuris Pueblo is $221,900, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Picuris Pueblo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches, including 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Picuris Pueblo has a population of 80 with a density of 174 people per square mile. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (95%), with 1.3% White, 3.8% Asian.

Population

80
Total Population
174
People / sq mi
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 22.5%
Female 77.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Picuris Pueblo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only22.7%
71% below US avg
Spanish77.3%
477% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Picuris Pueblo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Picuris Pueblo is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Picuris Pueblo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,796
Avg Weekly Wage$873
IRS Avg AGI$56,455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,449
County GDP$1,521M

Business (County)

Restaurants151
Healthcare105
Retail194
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.6 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Picuris Pueblo is $221,900, 21% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,900
21% 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-Occupied88.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% below US avg
Effective Rate1.52%
In Picuris Pueblo, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Picuris Pueblo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma15.1%
COPD7.9%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress23.6%
Physical Distress18.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate66.4%
Premature Death12,930/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities105

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Picuris Pueblo has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.7 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall28.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,234 ft (2,205 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates36.2001°N, 105.7235°W
County FIPS35055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 47.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 47.5-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.9%
D 72.4%

Winner: Democrat by 47.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.7%
42% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density174/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities105
Restaurants151
Retail Stores194

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.6 min
Work from Home2.4%

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