What are the schools like in Fruitland, NM?

Fruitland is served primarily by CENTRAL. The district operates 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 4 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.0:1.

What is the median household income in Fruitland?

The median household income in Fruitland, NM is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 19.9%.

What is the weather like in Fruitland, NM?

Fruitland has an average high temperature of 43.4°F in January and 91.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 7.8 inches.

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

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

Fruitland has a violent crime rate of 612.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1406.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Fruitland, NM a Good Place to Live?

Fruitland is a small town of 344 in New Mexico, with a median household income of N/A and a 19.9% unemployment rate.

Strengths: Fruitland stands out for solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population.

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

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

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the Fruitland metro area.

Metric	Fruitland, NM	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	100.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Fruitland's violent crime rate is 612.3 per 100,000 residents — 61% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

612.3 /100k

Property Crime

1406.9 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Fruitland is served primarily by CENTRAL. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Fruitland, NM	National Avg
School District	CENTRAL	—
Elementary Schools	8	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	4	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	65.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Fruitland sees average highs of 43.4°F in January and 91.8°F in July, with 7.3 inches of annual precipitation and 7.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Fruitland, NM
Average High — January	43.4°F
Average High — July	91.8°F
Annual Precipitation	7.3"
Annual Snowfall	7.8"

Demographics

Metric	Fruitland, NM	National Avg
Population	344	—
Median Age	55.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	19.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	N/A	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	8.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	0.0%	22.2%
65 and over	8.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Kirtland, NM 2 mi Nenahnezad, NM 2 mi Ojo Amarillo, NM 4 mi Waterflow, NM 4 mi Upper Fruitland, NM 4 mi

Fruitland vs Other Cities

Fruitland, NM vs Kirtland, NM Fruitland, NM vs Nenahnezad, NM Fruitland, NM vs Ojo Amarillo, NM Fruitland, NM vs Waterflow, NM Fruitland, NM vs Upper Fruitland, NM

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fruitland, NM affordable or expensive?

Fruitland has a median home value of N/A and median rent of N/A/month against a median household income of N/A.

What is the crime rate in Fruitland, NM?

Fruitland's violent crime rate is 612.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1406.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Fruitland?

Public schools in Fruitland are operated by CENTRAL. The district has 8 elementary, 3 middle, and 4 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.0:1. 65.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Fruitland, NM a good place to live?

Fruitland, NM has a population of 344, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 19.9%. 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 Fruitland?

Fruitland averages 43.4°F in January and 91.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 7.3 inches with about 7.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Fruitland?

The population of Fruitland, New Mexico is 344 with a median age of 55.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Fruitland?

Key numbers for living in Fruitland: median home N/A, median household income N/A, crime index 123 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Fruitland side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.