Reserve, NM

New Mexico

Reserve is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 323. Residents earn $40,357 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
323 Population 577/sq mi density
$40,357 Median Income $22,152 per capita
$145,800 Home Value $200,569 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 35.8% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$40,357 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$145,800 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,357
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,800
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.4%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population323
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density577/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

C
Median Income$40,357
Per Capita$22,152
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty22.4%
County GDP$144M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$200,569
Rent Burden35.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation5,850 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute10 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries2

Is Reserve a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reserve receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Reserve offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reserve is $40,357, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reserve is $145,800, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.9% 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

Reserve experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Reserve has a population of 323 with a density of 577 people per square mile. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.3%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

323
Total Population
577
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.2%
Female 59.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Reserve vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.3%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.7%
77% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Reserve vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reserve is $40,357, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Reserve vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,357
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,152
Avg Weekly Wage$801
IRS Avg AGI$47,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.4%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)133
County GDP$144M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare6
Retail16
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$900
74% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.5 min
Work from Home25.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Reserve is $145,800, 48% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,569.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,800
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$200,569

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden35.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$900
74% below US avg
Effective Rate0.62%
In Reserve, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Checkup Rate65.5%
Premature Death11,457/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.3/10
Exercise Access63.3%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Reserve has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.9 inches
55% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,850 ft (1,783 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density577/sq mi
Coordinates33.7090°N, 108.7614°W
County FIPS35003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.3%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density577/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants6
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.5 min
Work from Home25.6%

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