Sunshine, NM

New Mexico

Sunshine is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 465.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
465 Population 26/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $50,453 per capita
$158,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $158,900
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population465
Median Age67.4 yrs
Density26/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$50,453
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,242M
Commute21 min

Housing

Home Value$158,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain8.8 in/yr
Elevation4,262 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+74.5%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 39%
Commute21 min
Libraries2

Is Sunshine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sunshine receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Sunshine has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

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%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sunshine is $158,900, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Sunshine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Sunshine has a population of 465 with a density of 26 people per square mile. The median age is 67.4 years, 73% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.4%), with 12.9% Black.

Population

465
Total Population
26
People / sq mi
67.4yrs
Median Age
73% above US avg
17.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.9%
Female 59.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sunshine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.1%
8% above US avg
Spanish14.9%
11% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sunshine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sunshine is N/A. 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 21 minutes.

Income: Sunshine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$50,453
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$38,791

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)561
County GDP$1,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare53
Retail66
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Sunshine is $158,900, 44% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,900
44% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,940
45% below US avg
Effective Rate1.22%
In Sunshine, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD9.7%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress18.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate65.0%
Premature Death13,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Sunshine has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.8 inches
77% below US avg
Snowfall1.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,262 ft (1,299 m)
Area17.6 sq mi (45.7 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates32.1344°N, 107.7838°W
County FIPS35029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+74.5%
School Test Score4.65
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density26/sq mi
Total Area17.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants62
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Work from Home6.7%

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