Rivers, NM

New Mexico

Rivers is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 35.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
35 Population 16/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population35
Median AgeN/A
Density16/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans35.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$144M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation5,713 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Libraries2

Is Rivers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rivers receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Rivers stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%.

Education

0.0% 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

Rivers 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.

Rivers has a population of 35 with a density of 16 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (0%).

Population

35
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

Rivers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rivers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rivers is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average).

Income: Rivers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$801
IRS Avg AGI$47,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below 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

Commute & Transportation

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$900
74% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death11,457/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Rivers 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

Elevation5,713 ft (1,741 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates33.6746°N, 108.7795°W
County FIPS35003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 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 50.1-point margin. 35.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants6
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

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