What are the schools like in Hatch, NM?

Hatch is served primarily by HATCH VALLEY. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.8:1.

What is the median household income in Hatch?

The median household income in Hatch, NM is $42,917 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 20.1%.

What is the weather like in Hatch, NM?

Hatch has an average high temperature of 58.7°F in January and 97.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Hatch, NM affordable or expensive?

Hatch's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hatch is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $111,800 and the median rent is $513 per month.

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

Hatch has a violent crime rate of 571.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1523.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hatch, NM a Good Place to Live?

Hatch is a small town of 1,673 in New Mexico, with a median household income of $42,917 and a 20.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

Strengths: Hatch 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 Hatch is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hatch 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: 86.4

Hatch's overall cost of living index is 86.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hatch costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hatch, NM	National Avg
Median Home Value	$111,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$513	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$42,917	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Hatch's violent crime rate is 571.4 per 100,000 residents — 50% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

571.4 /100k

Property Crime

1523.8 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Hatch is served primarily by HATCH VALLEY. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hatch, NM	National Avg
School District	HATCH VALLEY	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	15.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	62.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hatch sees average highs of 58.7°F in January and 97.5°F in July, with 10.2 inches of annual precipitation and 0.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hatch, NM
Average High — January	58.7°F
Average High — July	97.5°F
Annual Precipitation	10.2"
Annual Snowfall	0.4"

Demographics

Metric	Hatch, NM	National Avg
Population	1,673	—
Median Age	26.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	20.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	17.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	57.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	42.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	34.2%	22.2%
65 and over	11.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Placitas CDP (Doña Ana County), NM 1 mi Rodey, NM 2 mi Salem, NM 4 mi Rincon, NM 5 mi Garfield, NM 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Hatch

Hatch, NM is covered by 1 ZIP code:

87937

Hatch vs Other Cities

Hatch, NM vs Placitas CDP (Doña Ana County), NM Hatch, NM vs Rodey, NM Hatch, NM vs Salem, NM Hatch, NM vs Rincon, NM Hatch, NM vs Garfield, NM

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hatch, NM affordable or expensive?

Hatch's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hatch roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $111,800 and median rent is $513/month.

What is the crime rate in Hatch, NM?

Hatch's violent crime rate is 571.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1523.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hatch?

Public schools in Hatch are operated by HATCH VALLEY. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1. 15.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hatch, NM a good place to live?

Hatch, NM has a population of 1,673, a median household income of $42,917, and an unemployment rate of 20.1%. 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 Hatch?

Hatch averages 58.7°F in January and 97.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 10.2 inches with about 0.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hatch?

Hatch, NM is covered by 1 ZIP code: 87937.

What is the population of Hatch?

The population of Hatch, New Mexico is 1,673 with a median age of 26.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hatch?

Key numbers for living in Hatch: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $111,800, median household income $42,917, crime index 119 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hatch side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.