Windmill, NM

New Mexico

Windmill is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 65. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
65 Population 45/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $35,674 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population65
Median Age62.2 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans60.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$35,674
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$255M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain10.4 in/yr
Elevation4,365 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+77.6%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
CommuteN/A
Broadband27.0%
Libraries1

Is Windmill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Windmill receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Windmill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Windmill is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Windmill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Windmill has a population of 65 with a density of 45 people per square mile. The median age is 62.2 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.5%), with 21.5% Hispanic.

Population

65
Total Population
45
People / sq mi
62.2yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Windmill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Windmill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Windmill is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Windmill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,674
Avg Weekly Wage$1,049
IRS Avg AGI$44,204

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)156
County GDP$255M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare11
Retail23

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death10,844/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access66.3%
Healthcare Facilities11

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Windmill has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.4 inches
73% below US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,365 ft (1,330 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates31.9769°N, 108.6315°W
County FIPS35023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.4-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.2%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 23.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+77.6%
School Test Score4.65
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density45/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants15
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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