Santa Clara, NM
Full City Profile · New Mexico · Grant County County
Santa Clara, NM
At a Glance
How Santa Clara Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Santa Clara's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Santa Clara a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Santa Clara residents earn a median household income of $46,094 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,293. The unemployment rate stands at 7.3% (103% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 743 business establishments, including 74 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Santa Clara is $120,900 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $95,508. Median rent is $710/month, with 37.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Santa Clara reports 188 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 51% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,189/100K.
Education
16.2% of adults in Santa Clara hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 75.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Santa Clara 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 totals 16.2 inches.