Tyrone, NM

New Mexico

Tyrone is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 664. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
664 Population 1,953/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $46,004 per capita
$176,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$176,100 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,100
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population664
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density1,953/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$46,004
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$1,407M

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain16.2 in/yr
Elevation5,743 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+90.5%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 51%
CommuteN/A
Libraries3

Is Tyrone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tyrone receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Tyrone offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tyrone is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tyrone is $176,100, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Tyrone enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Tyrone has a population of 664 with a density of 1,953 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.4%), with 2.4% Black.

Population

664
Total Population
1,953
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tyrone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.3%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.7%
47% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tyrone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tyrone is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Tyrone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,004
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046
IRS Avg AGI$52,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)743
County GDP$1,407M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare74
Retail82
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,259
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.28%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Tyrone is $176,100, 38% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,100
38% below US avg
Median List Price$166,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$166,000
$/Sq Ft$156
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

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-Occupied67.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,259
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.28%
In Tyrone, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate66.9%
Premature Death12,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities74

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Tyrone has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.2 inches
57% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,743 ft (1,750 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,953/sq mi
Coordinates32.7099°N, 108.3027°W
County FIPS35017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.3%
D 51.3%

Winner: Democrat by 5.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score4.65
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,953/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants74
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home12.4%

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