Taos Pueblo, NM
Full City Profile · New Mexico · Taos County County
Taos Pueblo, NM
At a Glance
How Taos Pueblo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Taos Pueblo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Taos Pueblo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Taos Pueblo residents earn a median household income of $36,979 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,240. The unemployment rate stands at 17.9% (397% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 28.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,449 business establishments, including 151 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Taos Pueblo is $315,000 , 12% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $617,035. Median rent is $1,107/month, with 26.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Education
11.0% of adults in Taos Pueblo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 98.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Taos Pueblo has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.