New Mexico
Red River is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 456.
Based on current data, Red River receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs. Red River faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
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%. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Red River is $432,400, making it a premium housing market at 53% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $935 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
With 828 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,692 per 100,000, 37% above the national average.
19.1% 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.
Red River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches, including 156.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,851 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $873 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,455 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,449 |
| County GDP | $1,521M |
| Restaurants | 151 |
| Healthcare | 105 |
| Retail | 194 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,363 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.78% |
| Commute Time | 3.9 min |
| Work from Home | 16.1% |
| Census Median | $432,400 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $408,265 |
| Median List Price | $346,000 |
| Median List Price | $346,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $381 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 15 |
| Census Median Rent | $935 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
| Owner-Occupied | 34.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,363 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.78% |
| Obesity | 26.1% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.1% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.8% |
| Depression | 26.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 83.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 64.6% |
| Premature Death | 12,930/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 105 |
| Total Violent | 828.2/100K |
| 118% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 828.2/100K |
| Total Property | 2,691.5/100K |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 207.0/100K |
| Theft | 2,484.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 39.1°F |
| 28% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 22.0 inches |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 156.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 8,617 ft (2,626 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 447/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7098°N, 105.4185°W |
| County FIPS | 35055 |
Winner: Democrat by 47.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.1% |
| 43% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.65 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 447/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 105 |
| Restaurants | 151 |
| Retail Stores | 194 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 3.9 min |
| Work from Home | 16.1% |