Rio Chiquito, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Rio Chiquito is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 211.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
211 Population 195/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $57,618 per capita
$242,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $242,200
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population211
Median Age60.7 yrs
Density195/mi²
Male / Female31% / 69%
Largest GroupWhite 18%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$57,618
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,087M
Commute9 min

Housing

Home Value$242,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.8 in/yr
Elevation6,736 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 24% / D 73%
Commute9 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries8

Is Rio Chiquito a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rio Chiquito receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Rio Chiquito has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rio Chiquito is $242,200, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

22.3% 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

Rio Chiquito experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.8 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Rio Chiquito has a population of 211 with a density of 195 people per square mile. The median age is 60.7 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (18%).

Population

211
Total Population
195
People / sq mi
60.7yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.3%
Female 68.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Rio Chiquito vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rio Chiquito vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rio Chiquito is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Rio Chiquito vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$57,618
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$89,177

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% 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 Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rio Chiquito is $242,200, 14% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,200
14% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Rio Chiquito, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rio Chiquito vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate66.4%
Premature Death8,950/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Rio Chiquito has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.8 inches
66% below US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,736 ft (2,053 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density195/sq mi
Coordinates35.9949°N, 105.9069°W
County FIPS35049
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 48.9-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.4%
D 73.4%

Winner: Democrat by 48.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density195/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities561
Restaurants465
Retail Stores775

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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