Texico, NM

New Mexico

Texico is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 858. Residents earn $63,958 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
858 Population 1,034/sq mi density
$63,958 Median Income $27,729 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
$916 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$63,958 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $916/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,958
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $916
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population858
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density1,034/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 49%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,958
Per Capita$27,729
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty19.0%
County GDP$4,317M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$916
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain20.1 in/yr
Elevation4,144 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+68.4%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute16 min
Libraries1

Is Texico a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Texico receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Texico offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Texico is $63,958, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Texico is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $916 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Texico enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.1 inches, including 13.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Texico has a population of 858 with a density of 1,034 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.4%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 5.8% Black.

Population

858
Total Population
1,034
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Texico vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only53.8%
31% below US avg
Spanish46.2%
245% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Texico vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Texico is $63,958, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Texico vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,958
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,729
Avg Weekly Wage$899
IRS Avg AGI$52,444

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,362
County GDP$4,317M

Business (County)

Restaurants98
Healthcare124
Retail176
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,463
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Texico is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $916 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$916
21% 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-Occupied71.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,463
30% below US avg
Effective Rate2.59%
In Texico, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate66.5%
Premature Death12,340/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access71.6%
Healthcare Facilities124

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Texico has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.1 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall13.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,144 ft (1,263 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density1,034/sq mi
Coordinates34.3892°N, 103.0507°W
County FIPS35009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+68.4%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,034/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants98
Retail Stores176

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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