Sombrillo, NM

New Mexico

Sombrillo is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 136. Residents earn $184,643 per year, which is 146% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
136 Population 143/sq mi density
$184,643 Median Income $82,947 per capita
$287,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$184,643 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$287,500 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $184,643
146% higher than US avg
Home Value $287,500
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.3%
43% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.9%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population136
Median Age69.4 yrs
Density143/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 44%
Veterans22.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$184,643
Per Capita$82,947
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,815M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$287,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI37 (Good)
Elevation5,728 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.3%
High School+97.4%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 33% / D 63%
Commute37 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries2

Is Sombrillo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sombrillo receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Sombrillo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sombrillo is $184,643, which is significantly higher than the national average — 146% above $75,149. This places Sombrillo among higher-income communities. 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%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sombrillo is $287,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sombrillo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Sombrillo has a population of 136 with a density of 143 people per square mile. The median age is 69.4 years, 78% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (44.1%).

Population

136
Total Population
143
People / sq mi
69.4yrs
Median Age
78% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sombrillo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only22.9%
71% below US avg
Spanish77.1%
475% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sombrillo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sombrillo is $184,643, which is 146% 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. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Sombrillo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$184,643
146% above US avg
Per Capita Income$82,947
Avg Weekly Wage$2,191
IRS Avg AGI$130,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)606
County GDP$3,815M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare72
Retail30
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sombrillo is $287,500, 2% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$287,500
2% above 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)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Rate1.38%
In Sombrillo, 26.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sombrillo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.9%
16% below US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate64.4%
Premature Death3,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.3%
Healthcare Facilities72

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Sombrillo has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,728 ft (1,746 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density143/sq mi
Coordinates35.9802°N, 106.0352°W
County FIPS35028
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 48.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 30.2-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.2%
D 63.4%

Winner: Democrat by 30.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.3%
43% above US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density143/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants34
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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