Stanley, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Stanley is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 31.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
31 Population 5/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $56,865 per capita
$137,500 Home Value $394,763 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.2%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.2%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population31
Median Age66.9 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female71% / 29%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans31.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$56,865
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,087M

Housing

Home Value$137,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$394,763

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Elevation6,344 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 24% / D 73%
CommuteN/A
Broadband23.0%
Libraries8

Is Stanley a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

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 Stanley is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.2% 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

Stanley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Stanley has a population of 31 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 66.9 years, 72% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

31
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
66.9yrs
Median Age
72% above US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 71%
Female 29%

Race & Ethnicity

Stanley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only22.7%
71% below US avg
Spanish77.3%
477% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Stanley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stanley is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Stanley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$56,865
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$89,177

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,768
County GDP$10,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants465
Healthcare561
Retail775
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.76%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Stanley is $137,500, 51% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $394,763.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$394,763

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)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Rate3.76%
In Stanley, 23.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 15.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.2%
28% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure23.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity15.8%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.8%
Premature Death8,950/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access83.4%
Healthcare Facilities561

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Stanley has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall22.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,344 ft (1,934 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates35.1542°N, 105.9763°W
County FIPS35049
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 45.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 48.9-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.4%
D 73.4%

Winner: Democrat by 48.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.2%
34% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities561
Restaurants465
Retail Stores775

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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