What are the schools like in Chamita, NM?

Chamita is served primarily by Ohkay Owingeh Community School. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 21.0:1.

What is the median household income in Chamita?

The median household income in Chamita, NM is $62,292 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.5%.

What is the weather like in Chamita, NM?

Chamita 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.

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

Q: Is Chamita, NM affordable or expensive?

Chamita's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Chamita is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $225,800 and the median rent is $687 per month.

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

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

Is Chamita, NM a Good Place to Live?

Chamita is a small town of 841 in New Mexico, with a median household income of $62,292 and a 7.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Chamita is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Chamita 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: 92.2

Chamita's overall cost of living index is 92.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Chamita costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Chamita, NM	National Avg
Median Home Value	$225,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$687	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$62,292	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Chamita is served primarily by Ohkay Owingeh Community School. The student-to-teacher ratio is 21.0:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Chamita, NM	National Avg
School District	Ohkay Owingeh Community School	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	21.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	6.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

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

Demographics

Metric	Chamita, NM	National Avg
Population	841	—
Median Age	45.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	13.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	80.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.6%	22.2%
65 and over	21.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Pueblito, NM 1 mi Hernandez, NM 2 mi El Duende, NM 2 mi San Jose CDP (Rio Arriba County), NM 2 mi Alcalde, NM 2 mi

ZIP Codes in Chamita

Chamita, NM is covered by 1 ZIP code:

87566

Chamita vs Other Cities

Chamita, NM vs Pueblito, NM Chamita, NM vs Hernandez, NM Chamita, NM vs El Duende, NM Chamita, NM vs San Jose CDP (Rio Arriba County), NM Chamita, NM vs Alcalde, NM

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chamita, NM affordable or expensive?

Chamita's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Chamita roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $225,800 and median rent is $687/month.

What is the crime rate in Chamita, NM?

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

What are the schools like in Chamita?

Public schools in Chamita are operated by Ohkay Owingeh Community School. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 21.0:1. 6.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Chamita, NM a good place to live?

Chamita, NM has a population of 841, a median household income of $62,292, and an unemployment rate of 7.5%. 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 Chamita?

Chamita 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 ZIP codes are in Chamita?

Chamita, NM is covered by 1 ZIP code: 87566.

What is the population of Chamita?

The population of Chamita, New Mexico is 841 with a median age of 45.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Chamita?

Key numbers for living in Chamita: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $225,800, median household income $62,292, schools rated C-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Chamita side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.