Rincon, NM

New Mexico

Rincon is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 260. Residents earn $55,785 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
260 Population 245/sq mi density
$55,785 Median Income $14,309 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,785 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,785
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population260
Median Age60.8 yrs
Density245/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,785
Per Capita$14,309
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,242M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.6 in/yr
Elevation4,097 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+60.9%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Broadband66.0%
Libraries2

Is Rincon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rincon receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rincon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rincon is $55,785, 26% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rincon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Rincon has a population of 260 with a density of 245 people per square mile. The median age is 60.8 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (0%).

Population

260
Total Population
245
People / sq mi
60.8yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rincon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only15.7%
80% below US avg
Spanish84.3%
529% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rincon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rincon is $55,785, which is 26% below 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: Rincon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,785
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,309
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$38,791

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)561
County GDP$1,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare53
Retail66
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home32.1%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied68.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg
In Rincon, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 41.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes18.3%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma9.9%
COPD7.5%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity41.6%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress21.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate65.9%
Premature Death13,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Rincon has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.6 inches
72% below US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,097 ft (1,249 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density245/sq mi
Coordinates32.6725°N, 107.0758°W
County FIPS35029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+60.9%
School Test Score4.65
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density245/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants62
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home32.1%

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