Rosedale, NM

New Mexico

Rosedale is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 209.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
209 Population 118/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $26,378 per capita
$191,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $191,500
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.9%
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.9%
190% higher than US avg

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

People

Population209
Median Age54.5 yrs
Density118/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,378
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty35.9%
County GDP$1,407M

Housing

Home Value$191,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain16.2 in/yr
Elevation6,018 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 51%
CommuteN/A
Libraries3

Is Rosedale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosedale receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Rosedale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 35.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rosedale is $191,500, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Rosedale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Rosedale has a population of 209 with a density of 118 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 6.7% Hispanic.

Population

209
Total Population
118
People / sq mi
54.5yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.4%
Female 41.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosedale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.5%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.5%
83% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rosedale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosedale is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 35.9% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Rosedale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,378
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046
IRS Avg AGI$52,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate35.9%
190% above US avg
Establishments (County)743
County GDP$1,407M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare74
Retail82
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,259
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home31.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Rosedale is $191,500, 32% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,500
32% 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)$2,259
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Rosedale, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.5%
Checkup Rate64.4%
Premature Death12,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities74

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Rosedale has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.2 inches
57% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,018 ft (1,834 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density118/sq mi
Coordinates32.7647°N, 108.2435°W
County FIPS35017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 33.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.3%
D 51.3%

Winner: Democrat by 5.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.9%
1% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density118/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants74
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home31.3%

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