Tohatchi, NM

New Mexico

Tohatchi is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 695. Residents earn $41,875 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
695 Population 107/sq mi density
$41,875 Median Income $17,307 per capita
$51,500 Home Value
$606 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$41,875 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,500 home value, $606/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,875
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $51,500
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $606
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.4%
226% higher than US avg

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

People

Population695
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density107/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

C
Median Income$41,875
Per Capita$17,307
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty40.4%
County GDP$2,894M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,500
Rent$606
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease9.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.5 in/yr
Elevation6,299 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+91.7%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 61%
Commute36 min
Libraries3

Is Tohatchi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tohatchi 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Tohatchi offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tohatchi is $41,875, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 40.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tohatchi is $51,500, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $606 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Tohatchi experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.5 inches, including 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Tohatchi has a population of 695 with a density of 107 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (90.9%), with 1.6% White, 90.9% Asian.

Population

695
Total Population
107
People / sq mi
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.6%
Female 41.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Tohatchi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.6%
25% below US avg
Spanish41.4%
209% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tohatchi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tohatchi is $41,875, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 40.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Tohatchi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,875
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,307
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$41,364

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate40.4%
226% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,225
County GDP$2,894M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare130
Retail214
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.5 min
Work from Home19.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Tohatchi is $51,500, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $606 (48% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,500
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$606
48% 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-Occupied68.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,272
7% below US avg
Effective Rate6.35%
In Tohatchi, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes18.2%
Heart Disease9.1%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma14.6%
COPD10.9%
Stroke5.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.6%
Physical Inactivity31.3%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress24.2%
Physical Distress22.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.8%
Checkup Rate65.5%
Premature Death27,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.4/10
Exercise Access41.2%
Healthcare Facilities130

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Tohatchi has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.5 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall20.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,299 ft (1,920 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.8 km²)
Population Density107/sq mi
Coordinates35.8434°N, 108.7516°W
County FIPS35031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.2%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density107/sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants138
Retail Stores214

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.5 min
Work from Home19.9%

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