New Mexico
Santa Rosa is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 2,447. Residents earn $41,995 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, Santa Rosa receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Santa Rosa has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Santa Rosa is $41,995, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Santa Rosa is $101,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $538 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 689 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,887 per 100,000, near the national average.
15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Santa Rosa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.0 inches, including 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
| English Only | 53.5% |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 46.5% |
| 247% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,995 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,174 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $811 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $38,244 |
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.4% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 176 |
| County GDP | $278M |
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 18 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,320 |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.30% |
| Commute Time | 14.8 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
| Census Median | $101,800 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $538 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,320 |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.30% |
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 8.5% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.0% |
| Depression | 19.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 64.4% |
| Premature Death | 12,651/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
| Total Violent | 689.4/100K |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 689.4/100K |
| Total Property | 1,886.8/100K |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 508.0/100K |
| Theft | 1,270.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 108.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 15.0 inches |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 11.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 4,580 ft (1,396 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 489/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9361°N, 104.6750°W |
| County FIPS | 35019 |
Winner: Democrat by 0.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.4% |
| 54% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.65 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 489/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Retail Stores | 18 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 14.8 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |