Tse Bonito, NM

New Mexico

Tse Bonito is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 86.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
86 Population 13/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $33,186 per capita
$17,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $17,900
94% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.3%
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age62.3 yrs
Density13/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,186
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$2,948M

Housing

Home Value$17,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease9.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain11.4 in/yr
Elevation7,054 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+93.4%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
CommuteN/A
Broadband35.0%
Libraries8

Is Tse Bonito a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tse Bonito receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Tse Bonito offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tse Bonito is $17,900, 94% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Tse Bonito experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Tse Bonito has a population of 86 with a density of 13 people per square mile. The median age is 62.3 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%), with 100% Asian.

Population

86
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
62.3yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.4%
Female 61.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tse Bonito vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tse Bonito vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tse Bonito is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Tse Bonito vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,186
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$46,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)630
County GDP$2,948M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare70
Retail98
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,061
41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate11.51%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tse Bonito is $17,900, 94% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$17,900
94% below US avg

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-Occupied50.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,061
41% below US avg
Effective Rate11.51%
In Tse Bonito, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 34.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tse Bonito vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes18.7%
Heart Disease9.6%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma15.2%
COPD13.2%
Stroke6.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.5%
Physical Inactivity34.7%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress26.0%
Physical Distress24.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate44.3%
Checkup Rate64.7%
Premature Death27,851/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.1/10
Exercise Access17.5%
Healthcare Facilities70

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Safety Score

Tse Bonito has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.4 inches
70% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7,054 ft (2,150 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.6 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates35.6466°N, 109.0070°W
County FIPS04001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 40%
D 58.9%

Winner: Democrat by 19 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.3%
22% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score4.65
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density13/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants62
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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