Ramah, NM

New Mexico

Ramah is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 458. Residents earn $111,462 per year, which is 48% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
458 Population 37/sq mi density
$111,462 Median Income $44,361 per capita
$222,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$111,462 median income, 12.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$222,400 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $111,462
48% higher than US avg
Home Value $222,400
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.6%
250% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population458
Median Age53.4 yrs
Density37/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

B+
Median Income$111,462
Per Capita$44,361
Unemployment12.6%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$2,894M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$222,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain11.2 in/yr
Elevation6,905 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+88.1%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
Commute23 min
Libraries3

Is Ramah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ramah receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ramah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ramah is $111,462, which is significantly higher than the national average — 48% above $75,149. This places Ramah among higher-income communities. At 12.6%, unemployment is notably high. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ramah is $222,400, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ramah experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.2 inches, including 10.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Ramah has a population of 458 with a density of 37 people per square mile. The median age is 53.4 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.6%), with 7.6% Hispanic, 7.6% Asian.

Population

458
Total Population
37
People / sq mi
53.4yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
12.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.4%
Female 42.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ramah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.5%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.5%
14% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ramah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ramah is $111,462, which is 48% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Ramah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$111,462
48% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,361
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$41,364

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.6%
250% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below 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
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Ramah is $222,400, 21% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,400
21% 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-Occupied40.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Ramah, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma12.7%
COPD9.3%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress17.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Checkup Rate65.5%
Premature Death27,593/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Ramah has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.2 inches
71% below US avg
Snowfall10.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,905 ft (2,105 m)
Area12.3 sq mi (31.8 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates35.1264°N, 108.5063°W
County FIPS35031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.2%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score4.65
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density37/sq mi
Total Area12.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants138
Retail Stores214

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Work from Home6.7%

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