What are the schools like in Alcalde, NM?

School district data for Alcalde is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Alcalde?

The median household income in Alcalde, NM is $42,813 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.

What is the weather like in Alcalde, NM?

Alcalde has an average high temperature of 45.1°F in January and 88.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 10.7 inches.

Alcalde, NM Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Alcalde, NM affordable or expensive?

Alcalde's cost of living index is 99, where 100 represents the national average. This means Alcalde is 1% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $219,200 and the median rent is $1,550 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Alcalde, NM?

Crime rate data for Alcalde is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Alcalde, NM a Good Place to Live?

Alcalde is a small town of 235 in New Mexico, with a median household income of $42,813 and a 2.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 99 (US average = 100), which is 1% below the national average.

Strengths: Alcalde stands out for below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Alcalde is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Alcalde city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 98.6

Alcalde's overall cost of living index is 98.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Alcalde costs roughly 1% less than the average American city.

Metric	Alcalde, NM	National Avg
Median Home Value	$219,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,550	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	78.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$42,813	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Alcalde is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Metric	Alcalde, NM	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Alcalde sees average highs of 45.1°F in January and 88.1°F in July, with 11.1 inches of annual precipitation and 10.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Alcalde, NM
Average High — January	45.1°F
Average High — July	88.1°F
Annual Precipitation	11.1"
Annual Snowfall	10.7"

Demographics

Metric	Alcalde, NM	National Avg
Population	235	—
Median Age	38.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	14.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	9.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	74.0%	18.9%
Asian	1.3%	6.3%
Under 18	22.6%	22.2%
65 and over	10.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

La Villita, NM 1 mi Pueblito, NM 2 mi Los Luceros, NM 2 mi Chamita, NM 2 mi Ohkay Owingeh, NM 3 mi

Alcalde vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alcalde, NM affordable or expensive?

Alcalde's cost of living index is 99, where 100 is the national average. That makes Alcalde roughly 1% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $219,200 and median rent is $1,550/month.

What is the crime rate in Alcalde, NM?

Crime data for Alcalde is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Alcalde?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Alcalde, NM a good place to live?

Alcalde, NM has a population of 235, a median household income of $42,813, and an unemployment rate of 2.2%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Alcalde?

Alcalde averages 45.1°F in January and 88.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 11.1 inches with about 10.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Alcalde?

The population of Alcalde, New Mexico is 235 with a median age of 38.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Alcalde?

Key numbers for living in Alcalde: cost of living index 99 (100 = US average), median home $219,200, median household income $42,813. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Alcalde side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.