Timberon, NM

New Mexico

Timberon is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 406.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
406 Population 20/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $34,603 per capita
N/A Home Value $187,460 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
46°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
69.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 69.3%
106% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 19.1%
431% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population406
Median Age59.2 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female19% / 82%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,603
Unemployment19.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,795M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,460

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain28.5 in/yr
Elevation7,030 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+69.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
CommuteN/A
Broadband26.0%
Libraries4

Is Timberon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Timberon receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Timberon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 19.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Timberon is a highly educated community — 69.3% 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

Timberon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.5 inches, including 66.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Timberon has a population of 406 with a density of 20 people per square mile. The median age is 59.2 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

406
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
59.2yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
20.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 18.5%
Female 81.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Timberon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.6%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.4%
67% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Timberon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Timberon is N/A. The unemployment rate is 19.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Timberon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$34,603
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$49,136

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.1%
431% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,328
County GDP$3,795M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare112
Retail166
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,608
25% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,460.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$187,460

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$238
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

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)$2,608
25% below US avg
In Timberon, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD9.3%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress17.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.9%
Premature Death11,128/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access48.8%
Healthcare Facilities112

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Timberon has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.5 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall66.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,030 ft (2,143 m)
Area20.3 sq mi (52.6 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates32.6363°N, 105.6952°W
County FIPS35035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 69.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (106% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 27 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+69.3%
106% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density20/sq mi
Total Area20.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants110
Retail Stores166

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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