What are the schools like in Chamisal, NM?

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

What is the median household income in Chamisal?

The median household income in Chamisal, NM is $34,875 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.3%.

What is the weather like in Chamisal, NM?

Chamisal has an average high temperature of 42.1°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Chamisal, NM affordable or expensive?

Chamisal's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Chamisal is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $180,700 and the median rent is $850 per month.

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

Chamisal has a violent crime rate of 204.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1197.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Chamisal, NM a Good Place to Live?

Chamisal is a small town of 358 in New Mexico, with a median household income of $34,875 and a 1.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Chamisal stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

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

All Chamisal 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: 92.8

Chamisal's overall cost of living index is 92.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Chamisal costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Chamisal, NM	National Avg
Median Home Value	$180,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$850	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	84.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$34,875	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Chamisal's violent crime rate is 204.7 per 100,000 residents — 46% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

204.7 /100k

Property Crime

1197.9 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Metric	Chamisal, 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	18.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Chamisal sees average highs of 42.1°F in January and 86.5°F in July, with 11.8 inches of annual precipitation and 28.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Chamisal, NM
Average High — January	42.1°F
Average High — July	86.5°F
Annual Precipitation	11.8"
Annual Snowfall	28.4"

Demographics

Metric	Chamisal, NM	National Avg
Population	358	—
Median Age	40.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	37.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	43.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	54.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	15.4%	22.2%
65 and over	23.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Rio Lucio, NM 2 mi Picuris Pueblo, NM 2 mi Peñasco, NM 3 mi Ojo Sarco, NM 4 mi Vadito, NM 4 mi

Chamisal vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chamisal, NM affordable or expensive?

Chamisal's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Chamisal roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $180,700 and median rent is $850/month.

What is the crime rate in Chamisal, NM?

Chamisal's violent crime rate is 204.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1197.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Chamisal?

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

Is Chamisal, NM a good place to live?

Chamisal, NM has a population of 358, a median household income of $34,875, and an unemployment rate of 1.3%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. 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 Chamisal?

Chamisal averages 42.1°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 11.8 inches with about 28.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Chamisal?

The population of Chamisal, New Mexico is 358 with a median age of 40.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Chamisal?

Key numbers for living in Chamisal: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $180,700, median household income $34,875, crime index 55 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Chamisal side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.