Pueblo Pintado, NM

New Mexico

Pueblo Pintado is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 229. Residents earn $40,972 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
229 Population 7/sq mi density
$40,972 Median Income $18,467 per capita
N/A Home Value
$1,219 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$40,972 median income, 3.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$1,219/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,972
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,219
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.7%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.3%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population229
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 4%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,972
Per Capita$18,467
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty18.3%
County GDP$2,894M
Commute18 min

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,219
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease11.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Elevation6,519 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+68.6%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
Commute18 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries3

Is Pueblo Pintado a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pueblo Pintado receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pueblo Pintado has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pueblo Pintado is $40,972, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,219 per month.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Pueblo Pintado experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Pueblo Pintado has a population of 229 with a density of 7 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (89.1%), with 3.5% White, 84.7% Asian.

Population

229
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
31.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Pueblo Pintado vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only17.2%
78% below US avg
Spanish82.8%
518% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pueblo Pintado vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pueblo Pintado is $40,972, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Pueblo Pintado vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,972
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,467
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$41,364

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.3%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,225
County GDP$2,894M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare130
Retail214
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,219 (5% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,219
5% above 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-Occupied81.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg
In Pueblo Pintado, 45.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 38.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.7%
42% above US avg
Diabetes22.5%
Heart Disease11.9%
High Blood Pressure41.9%
Asthma15.1%
COPD15.6%
Stroke7.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.4%
Physical Inactivity38.9%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress26.6%
Physical Distress27.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.9%
Checkup Rate63.6%
Premature Death27,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.4/10
Exercise Access41.2%
Healthcare Facilities130

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Pueblo Pintado has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.0 inches
74% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,519 ft (1,987 m)
Area31.0 sq mi (80.3 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates35.9614°N, 107.6224°W
County FIPS35031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.5-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.2%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+68.6%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density7/sq mi
Total Area31.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants138
Retail Stores214

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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