Tierra Amarilla, NM

New Mexico

Tierra Amarilla is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 637.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
637 Population 237/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $21,724 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.4%
217% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.2%
176% higher than US avg

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

People

Population637
Median Age28.4 yrs
Density237/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 56%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,724
Unemployment11.4%
Poverty34.2%
County GDP$1,379M
Commute37 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain16.6 in/yr
Elevation7,473 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+83.2%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute37 min
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Tierra Amarilla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tierra Amarilla receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Tierra Amarilla stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 34.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Tierra Amarilla has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.6 inches, including 75.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Tierra Amarilla has a population of 637 with a density of 237 people per square mile. The median age is 28.4 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.7%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

637
Total Population
237
People / sq mi
28.4yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Tierra Amarilla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.6%
29% below US avg
Spanish44.4%
231% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tierra Amarilla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tierra Amarilla is N/A. The unemployment rate is 11.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 34.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Tierra Amarilla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,724
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$52,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.4%
217% above US avg
Poverty Rate34.2%
176% above US avg
Establishments (County)859
County GDP$1,379M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare72
Retail81
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,640
25% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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-Occupied61.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,640
25% below US avg
In Tierra Amarilla, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.3% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tierra Amarilla vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma8.3%
COPD4.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression18.3%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.4%
Premature Death21,299/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access49.7%
Healthcare Facilities72

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Tierra Amarilla has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.6 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall75.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,473 ft (2,278 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density237/sq mi
Coordinates36.7059°N, 106.5651°W
County FIPS35039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.2%
D 58.6%

Winner: Democrat by 19.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+83.2%
School Test Score4.65
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density237/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants65
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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