What are the schools like in Maxwell, NM?

Maxwell is served primarily by MAXWELL. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 6.1:1.

What is the median household income in Maxwell?

The median household income in Maxwell, NM is $37,813 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Maxwell, NM?

Maxwell has an average high temperature of 46.8°F in January and 86.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Maxwell, NM affordable or expensive?

Maxwell's cost of living index is 85, where 100 represents the national average. This means Maxwell is 15% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $80,400 and the median rent is $500 per month.

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

Maxwell has a violent crime rate of 234.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 502.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Maxwell, NM a Good Place to Live?

Maxwell is a small town of 482 in New Mexico, with a median household income of $37,813 . Its cost of living index is 85 (US average = 100), which is 15% below the national average.

Strengths: Maxwell stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

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

All Maxwell 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: 84.6

Maxwell's overall cost of living index is 84.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Maxwell costs roughly 15% less than the average American city.

Metric	Maxwell, NM	National Avg
Median Home Value	$80,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$500	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	58.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$37,813	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Maxwell's violent crime rate is 234.5 per 100,000 residents — 38% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

234.5 /100k

Property Crime

502.5 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Maxwell is served primarily by MAXWELL. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Maxwell, NM	National Avg
School District	MAXWELL	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	6.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Maxwell sees average highs of 46.8°F in January and 86.2°F in July, with 14.1 inches of annual precipitation and 21.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Maxwell, NM
Average High — January	46.8°F
Average High — July	86.2°F
Annual Precipitation	14.1"
Annual Snowfall	21.4"

Demographics

Metric	Maxwell, NM	National Avg
Population	482	—
Median Age	21.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	83.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	12.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	47.3%	22.2%
65 and over	12.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Springer, NM 13 mi Cimarron, NM 21 mi Raton, NM 24 mi Ute Park, NM 31 mi Capulin, NM 33 mi

ZIP Codes in Maxwell

Maxwell, NM is covered by 1 ZIP code:

87728

Maxwell vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maxwell, NM affordable or expensive?

Maxwell's cost of living index is 85, where 100 is the national average. That makes Maxwell roughly 15% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $80,400 and median rent is $500/month.

What is the crime rate in Maxwell, NM?

Maxwell's violent crime rate is 234.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 502.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Maxwell?

Public schools in Maxwell are operated by MAXWELL. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.1:1. 13.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Maxwell, NM a good place to live?

Maxwell, NM has a population of 482, a median household income of $37,813, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Maxwell?

Maxwell averages 46.8°F in January and 86.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 14.1 inches with about 21.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Maxwell?

Maxwell, NM is covered by 1 ZIP code: 87728.

What is the population of Maxwell?

The population of Maxwell, New Mexico is 482 with a median age of 21.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Maxwell?

Key numbers for living in Maxwell: cost of living index 85 (100 = US average), median home $80,400, median household income $37,813, crime index 47 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Maxwell side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.