Pueblitos, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Pueblitos is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 534. Residents earn $64,821 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
534 Population 251/sq mi density
$64,821 Median Income $31,479 per capita
$176,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$64,821 median income, 11.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,000 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,821
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.2%
211% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population534
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density251/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 35%

Economy

C+
Median Income$64,821
Per Capita$31,479
Unemployment11.2%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$2,430M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain9.2 in/yr
Elevation4,794 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+87.4%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute20 min
Libraries5

Is Pueblitos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pueblitos receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Pueblitos offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pueblitos is $64,821, 14% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.2%, unemployment is notably high. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pueblitos is $176,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pueblitos enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.2 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Pueblitos has a population of 534 with a density of 251 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (35%), with 12.9% Hispanic.

Population

534
Total Population
251
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pueblitos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only52.1%
34% below US avg
Spanish47.9%
257% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pueblitos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pueblitos is $64,821, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Pueblitos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,821
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,479
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$55,941

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.2%
211% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,532
County GDP$2,430M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare113
Retail155
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pueblitos is $176,000, 38% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,000
38% 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-Occupied86.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,068
12% below US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In Pueblitos, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Checkup Rate66.0%
Premature Death11,779/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access47.7%
Healthcare Facilities113

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Pueblitos has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.2 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,794 ft (1,461 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density251/sq mi
Coordinates34.6121°N, 106.7810°W
County FIPS35061
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%
D 40.9%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+87.4%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density251/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities113
Restaurants85
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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