San Jon, NM

New Mexico

San Jon is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 136. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
136 Population 46/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $20,943 per capita
$101,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,000 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,000
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population136
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$20,943
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$354M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Elevation4,028 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+85.2%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 28%
Commute16 min
Broadband68.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is San Jon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San Jon receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. San Jon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in San Jon is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in San Jon is $101,000, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

San Jon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.0 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

San Jon has a population of 136 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.6%), with 26.5% Hispanic, 7.4% Asian.

Population

136
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

San Jon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only62.2%
21% below US avg
Spanish37.8%
182% above US avg

Social Characteristics

San Jon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San Jon is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: San Jon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,943
Avg Weekly Wage$832
IRS Avg AGI$42,045

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)330
County GDP$354M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare25
Retail39
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,717
51% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in San Jon is $101,000, 64% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,000
64% 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-Occupied90.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,717
51% below US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In San Jon, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate67.3%
Premature Death16,627/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access74.9%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

San Jon has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.0 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall17.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,028 ft (1,228 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates35.1113°N, 103.3363°W
County FIPS35037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.4%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+85.2%
School Test Score4.65
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants36
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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