Pinehill, NM

New Mexico

Pinehill is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 466. Residents earn $32,167 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
466 Population 132/sq mi density
$32,167 Median Income $29,753 per capita
$95,800 Home Value
$604 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.2 / 5.0
$32,167 median income, 12.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,800 home value, $604/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,167
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,800
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.0%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $604
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.0%
233% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.9%
190% higher than US avg

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

People

Population466
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density132/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 1%

Economy

F
Median Income$32,167
Per Capita$29,753
Unemployment12.0%
Poverty35.9%
County GDP$868M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,800
Rent$604
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease8.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain13.9 in/yr
Elevation7,422 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.0%
High School+72.4%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute20 min
Libraries3

Is Pinehill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pinehill receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Pinehill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pinehill is $32,167, 57% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 35.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pinehill is $95,800, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $604 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pinehill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.9 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Pinehill has a population of 466 with a density of 132 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (90.8%), with 86.7% Asian.

Population

466
Total Population
132
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Pinehill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only33.5%
57% below US avg
Spanish66.5%
396% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pinehill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pinehill is $32,167, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 35.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Pinehill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,167
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,753
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$41,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.0%
233% above US avg
Poverty Rate35.9%
190% 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
Effective Tax Rate2.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Pinehill is $95,800, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $604 (48% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,800
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$604
48% 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-Occupied18.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,380
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.48%
In Pinehill, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 32.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes18.1%
Heart Disease8.9%
High Blood Pressure37.5%
Asthma14.6%
COPD10.7%
Stroke5.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity32.5%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress24.0%
Physical Distress21.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate66.9%
Premature Death16,697/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Pinehill has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.9 inches
63% below US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,422 ft (2,262 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density132/sq mi
Coordinates34.8922°N, 108.4224°W
County FIPS35006
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% 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+31.0%
8% below US avg
High School+72.4%
School Test Score4.65
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density132/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants46
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Work from Home5.4%

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