Tesuque Pueblo, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Tesuque Pueblo is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 427. Residents earn $61,875 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
427 Population 194/sq mi density
$61,875 Median Income $28,526 per capita
$98,100 Home Value
$480 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$61,875 median income, 13.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,100 home value, $480/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,875
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,100
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $480
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 13.4%
272% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population427
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density194/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$61,875
Per Capita$28,526
Unemployment13.4%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$10,087M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,100
Rent$480
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.8 in/yr
Elevation6,357 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+97.7%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 24% / D 73%
Commute20 min
Libraries8

Is Tesuque Pueblo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tesuque Pueblo 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 above-average unemployment. Tesuque Pueblo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tesuque Pueblo is $61,875, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tesuque Pueblo is $98,100, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $480 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Tesuque Pueblo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.8 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Tesuque Pueblo has a population of 427 with a density of 194 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (85.9%).

Population

427
Total Population
194
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Tesuque Pueblo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only24.8%
68% below US avg
Spanish75.2%
461% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tesuque Pueblo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tesuque Pueblo is $61,875, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Tesuque Pueblo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,875
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,526
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$89,177

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.4%
272% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above 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 Rate5.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Tesuque Pueblo is $98,100, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $480 (59% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,100
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$480
59% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Rate5.27%
In Tesuque Pueblo, 29.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tesuque Pueblo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.8%
7% below US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma13.7%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.1%
Checkup Rate64.3%
Premature Death8,950/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Tesuque Pueblo has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.8 inches
66% below US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,357 ft (1,938 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density194/sq mi
Coordinates35.8090°N, 105.9752°W
County FIPS35049
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 48.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.4%
D 73.4%

Winner: Democrat by 48.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density194/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities561
Restaurants465
Retail Stores775

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Work from Home3.3%

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