Playas, NM

New Mexico

Playas is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 27.

27 Population 15/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $30,948 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population27
Median Age21.8 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female100% / 0%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,948
Unemployment0.0%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$255M
Commute6 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.4 in/yr
Elevation4,482 ft

Education

Bachelor's+N/A
High School+N/A
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute6 min
Broadband0.0%
Libraries1

Is Playas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Playas receives an overall livability score of 0.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment. Playas faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Workers commute an average of 6 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Playas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Playas has a population of 27 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 21.8 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

27
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
21.8yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 100%
Female 0%

Race & Ethnicity

Playas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Playas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Playas is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). Workers commute an average of 6 minutes.

Income: Playas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$30,948
Avg Weekly Wage$1,049
IRS Avg AGI$44,204

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)156
County GDP$255M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare11
Retail23

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time5.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Premature Death10,844/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access66.3%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Playas has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.4 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,482 ft (1,366 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates31.9126°N, 108.5363°W
County FIPS35023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.4-point margin. 0.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.2%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 23.4 points

Education

School Test Score4.65

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access0.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants15
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute5.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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