San Lorenzo, NM

New Mexico

San Lorenzo is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 308. Residents earn $93,125 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
308 Population 176/sq mi density
$93,125 Median Income $23,126 per capita
$231,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$231,300 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,125
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $231,300
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.7%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population308
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density176/mi²
Male / Female25% / 75%
Largest GroupWhite 15%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,125
Per Capita$23,126
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,242M

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.9 in/yr
Elevation5,691 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Broadband48.0%
Libraries2

Is San Lorenzo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San Lorenzo receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. San Lorenzo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in San Lorenzo is $93,125, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in San Lorenzo is $231,300, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.7% 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

San Lorenzo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

San Lorenzo has a population of 308 with a density of 176 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (15.3%).

Population

308
Total Population
176
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 24.7%
Female 75.3%

Race & Ethnicity

San Lorenzo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.9%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.1%
87% above US avg

Social Characteristics

San Lorenzo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San Lorenzo is $93,125, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: San Lorenzo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,125
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$23,126
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$38,791

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)561
County GDP$1,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare53
Retail66
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.84%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in San Lorenzo is $231,300, 18% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,300
18% 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)$1,940
45% below US avg
Effective Rate0.84%
In San Lorenzo, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma9.0%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate66.5%
Premature Death13,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

San Lorenzo has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.9 inches
66% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,691 ft (1,735 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density176/sq mi
Coordinates32.8054°N, 107.9202°W
County FIPS35029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 34.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.7%
3% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density176/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants62
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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