Tecolote, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Tecolote is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 35.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
35 Population 6/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $22,897 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 57.1%
69% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population35
Median Age65.3 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans24.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$22,897
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,087M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain17.0 in/yr
Elevation6,315 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 24% / D 73%
CommuteN/A
Broadband24.0%
Libraries8

Is Tecolote a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tecolote receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Tecolote 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%.

Education

Tecolote is a highly educated community — 57.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Tecolote experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.0 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Tecolote has a population of 35 with a density of 6 people per square mile. The median age is 65.3 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.1%).

Population

35
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
65.3yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Tecolote vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tecolote vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tecolote 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: Tecolote vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$22,897
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

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home34.3%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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
In Tecolote, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma8.6%
COPD4.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.5%
Premature Death8,950/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Tecolote has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.0 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,315 ft (1,925 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.6 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates35.4604°N, 105.2842°W
County FIPS35049
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 57.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 48.9-point margin. 24.0% 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+57.1%
69% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities561
Restaurants465
Retail Stores775

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home34.3%

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