Puerto de Luna, NM

New Mexico

Puerto de Luna is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 401. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
401 Population 28/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $111,696 per capita
$240,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$240,900 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $240,900
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.9%
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Puerto de Luna Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population401
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density28/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$111,696
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$278M

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain15.0 in/yr
Elevation4,484 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2

Is Puerto de Luna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Puerto de Luna receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Puerto de Luna stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Puerto de Luna is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Puerto de Luna among higher-income communities. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Puerto de Luna is $240,900, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Puerto de Luna enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches, including 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Puerto de Luna has a population of 401 with a density of 28 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (44.1%).

Population

401
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
14.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Puerto de Luna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.3%
26% below US avg
Spanish41.7%
211% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Puerto de Luna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Puerto de Luna is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Puerto de Luna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$111,696
Avg Weekly Wage$811
IRS Avg AGI$38,244

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)176
County GDP$278M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare11
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,320
62% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.55%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Puerto de Luna is $240,900, 15% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,900
15% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,320
62% below US avg
Effective Rate0.55%
In Puerto de Luna, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Puerto de Luna vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes15.0%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma8.8%
COPD5.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.0%
Premature Death12,651/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access57.4%
Healthcare Facilities11

Crime Rates: Puerto de Luna vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Puerto de Luna has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.0 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall11.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,484 ft (1,367 m)
Area14.2 sq mi (36.8 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates34.8297°N, 104.6222°W
County FIPS35019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.8%
D 49.5%

Winner: Democrat by 0.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.9%
14% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density28/sq mi
Total Area14.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants27
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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