Ribera, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Ribera is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 324. Residents earn $53,250 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
324 Population 129/sq mi density
$53,250 Median Income $26,378 per capita
$186,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$53,250 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$186,700 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,250
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $186,700
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population324
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density129/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 19%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,250
Per Capita$26,378
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,087M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$186,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Elevation6,012 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+94.8%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 24% / D 73%
Commute25 min
Libraries8

Is Ribera a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ribera receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ribera stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ribera is $53,250, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ribera is $186,700, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Ribera experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.0 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Ribera has a population of 324 with a density of 129 people per square mile. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (18.8%), with 10.8% Black.

Population

324
Total Population
129
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ribera vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only32.7%
58% below US avg
Spanish67.3%
402% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ribera vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ribera is $53,250, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Ribera vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,250
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,378
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$89,177

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,768
County GDP$10,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants465
Healthcare561
Retail775
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ribera is $186,700, 34% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$186,700
34% 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-Occupied75.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Rate2.77%
In Ribera, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity33.6%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate64.8%
Premature Death8,950/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access83.4%
Healthcare Facilities561

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Ribera has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.0 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,012 ft (1,832 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density129/sq mi
Coordinates35.3700°N, 105.4441°W
County FIPS35049
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 48.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.4%
D 73.4%

Winner: Democrat by 48.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density129/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities561
Restaurants465
Retail Stores775

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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