Sundance, NM

New Mexico

Sundance is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 527. Residents earn $35,833 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
527 Population 151/sq mi density
$35,833 Median Income $18,538 per capita
$36,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$35,833 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$36,100 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,833
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $36,100
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.9%
157% higher than US avg

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

People

Population527
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density151/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 10%

Economy

C
Median Income$35,833
Per Capita$18,538
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty31.9%
County GDP$2,894M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$36,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease9.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Elevation6,848 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+82.3%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
Commute24 min
Libraries3

Is Sundance a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sundance receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sundance offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sundance is $35,833, 52% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 31.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sundance is $36,100, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sundance experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches, including 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Sundance has a population of 527 with a density of 151 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (86.5%), with 10.1% White, 82.9% Asian.

Population

527
Total Population
151
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sundance vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only54.8%
30% below US avg
Spanish45.2%
237% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sundance vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sundance is $35,833, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Sundance vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,833
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,538
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$41,364

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.9%
157% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,225
County GDP$2,894M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare130
Retail214
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sundance is $36,100, 87% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$36,100
87% below 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-Occupied91.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg
Effective Rate9.06%
In Sundance, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes18.2%
Heart Disease9.0%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma15.3%
COPD11.2%
Stroke5.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.5%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress24.9%
Physical Distress22.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.2%
Checkup Rate65.5%
Premature Death27,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.4/10
Exercise Access41.2%
Healthcare Facilities130

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Sundance has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.5 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall20.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,848 ft (2,087 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density151/sq mi
Coordinates35.5105°N, 108.6397°W
County FIPS35031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.2%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+82.3%
School Test Score4.65
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density151/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants138
Retail Stores214

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home2.8%

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