San Cristobal, NM

New Mexico

San Cristobal is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 116.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
116 Population 17/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $36,415 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°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
21.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 21.9%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.2%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population116
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female35% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans83.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,415
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,521M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain13.4 in/yr
Elevation7,798 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 72%
CommuteN/A
Broadband49.0%
Libraries4

Is San Cristobal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San Cristobal receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. San Cristobal 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%.

Education

21.9% 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

San Cristobal has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.4 inches, including 61.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

San Cristobal has a population of 116 with a density of 17 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

116
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
6.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.5%
Female 65.5%

Race & Ethnicity

San Cristobal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

San Cristobal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San Cristobal is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: San Cristobal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,415
Avg Weekly Wage$873
IRS Avg AGI$56,455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,449
County GDP$1,521M

Business (County)

Restaurants151
Healthcare105
Retail194
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% below US avg
In San Cristobal, 27.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: San Cristobal vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.2%
15% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate64.9%
Premature Death12,930/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities105

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

San Cristobal has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.4 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall61.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,798 ft (2,377 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (17.8 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates36.6101°N, 105.6318°W
County FIPS35055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 47.5-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.9%
D 72.4%

Winner: Democrat by 47.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.9%
35% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area6.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities105
Restaurants151
Retail Stores194

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home32.1%

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