White Signal, NM

New Mexico

White Signal is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 200. Residents earn $92,500 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
200 Population 31/sq mi density
$92,500 Median Income $51,458 per capita
$250,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$92,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,500
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.5%
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population200
Median Age77.0 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans22.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$92,500
Per Capita$51,458
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$1,407M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Elevation6,064 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 51%
Commute32 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries3

Is White Signal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Signal receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. White Signal stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White Signal is $92,500, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White Signal is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

White Signal enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.2 inches, including 13.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

White Signal has a population of 200 with a density of 31 people per square mile. The median age is 77.0 years, 98% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%).

Population

200
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
77.0yrs
Median Age
98% above US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

White Signal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.0%
13% below US avg
Spanish32.0%
139% above US avg

Social Characteristics

White Signal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Signal is $92,500, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: White Signal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,500
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,458
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046
IRS Avg AGI$52,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% 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 Rate0.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone22.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home77.4%

Walkability

The median home value in White Signal is $250,000, 11% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,259
35% below US avg
Effective Rate0.90%
In White Signal, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: White Signal vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Checkup Rate66.5%
Premature Death12,951/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

White Signal has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.7°F
5% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.2 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall13.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,064 ft (1,848 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates32.5677°N, 108.3490°W
County FIPS35017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 45.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.1-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.3%
D 51.3%

Winner: Democrat by 5.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.5%
35% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.65
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants74
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone22.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home77.4%

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