Zia Pueblo, NM

New Mexico · Metropolitan Area

Zia Pueblo is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 793. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
793 Population 29/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $20,686 per capita
$220,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$220,500 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $220,500
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population793
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density29/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$20,686
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$6,129M
Commute30 min

Housing

A
Home Value$220,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain15.2 in/yr
Elevation5,617 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+92.0%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute30 min
Libraries16

Is Zia Pueblo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zia Pueblo receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Zia Pueblo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zia Pueblo is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zia Pueblo is $220,500, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Zia Pueblo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.2 inches, including 22.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Zia Pueblo has a population of 793 with a density of 29 people per square mile. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (99.5%).

Population

793
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
27.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Zia Pueblo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only34.3%
56% below US avg
Spanish65.7%
390% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Zia Pueblo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zia Pueblo is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Zia Pueblo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,686
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$73,911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,273
County GDP$6,129M

Business (County)

Restaurants179
Healthcare283
Retail191
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,224
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Zia Pueblo is $220,500, 22% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,500
22% 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-Occupied87.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,224
21% above US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Zia Pueblo, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Zia Pueblo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma12.8%
COPD5.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Checkup Rate68.2%
Premature Death9,511/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access69.4%
Healthcare Facilities283

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Zia Pueblo has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.2 inches
60% below US avg
Snowfall22.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,617 ft (1,712 m)
Area27.0 sq mi (70.0 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates35.5300°N, 106.7170°W
County FIPS35043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46%
D 51.8%

Winner: Democrat by 5.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density29/sq mi
Total Area27.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities283
Restaurants179
Retail Stores191

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Work from Home1.0%

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