San Miguel, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

San Miguel is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 707. Residents earn $55,219 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
707 Population 309/sq mi density
$55,219 Median Income $22,554 per capita
$116,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$55,219 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,200 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,219
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,200
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.3%
128% higher than US avg

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

People

Population707
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density309/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,219
Per Capita$22,554
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty28.3%
County GDP$11,315M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain9.1 in/yr
Elevation3,835 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+82.5%
School Score4.05

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute31 min
Libraries6

Is San Miguel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San Miguel receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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, high obesity rates. San Miguel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in San Miguel is $55,219, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 28.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in San Miguel is $116,200, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. School test scores average 4/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

San Miguel enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 9.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

San Miguel has a population of 707 with a density of 309 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.2%).

Population

707
Total Population
309
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

San Miguel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only17.5%
78% below US avg
Spanish82.5%
516% above US avg

Social Characteristics

San Miguel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San Miguel is $55,219, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: San Miguel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,219
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,554
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$55,105

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.3%
128% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,817
County GDP$11,315M

Business (County)

Restaurants357
Healthcare615
Retail511
Manufacturing122

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,640
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in San Miguel is $116,200, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,200
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$783
1 Bedroom$920
2 Bedrooms$1,008
3 Bedrooms$1,402
4 Bedrooms$1,626

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,640
4% above US avg
Effective Rate3.13%
In San Miguel, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma8.6%
COPD4.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate67.1%
Premature Death9,397/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access73.0%
Healthcare Facilities615

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Safety Score

San Miguel has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 9.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall9.1 inches
76% below US avg
Snowfall1.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,835 ft (1,169 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density309/sq mi
Coordinates32.1535°N, 106.7268°W
County FIPS35013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44%
D 53.8%

Winner: Democrat by 9.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+82.5%
School Test Score4.05
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density309/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities615
Restaurants357
Retail Stores511

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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