What are the schools like in Pojoaque, NM?

Pojoaque is served primarily by POJOAQUE. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.0:1.

What is the median household income in Pojoaque?

The median household income in Pojoaque, NM is $61,583 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.6%.

What is the weather like in Pojoaque, NM?

Pojoaque has an average high temperature of 48.4°F in January and 91.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 10.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Pojoaque, NM affordable or expensive?

Pojoaque's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Pojoaque is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $94,600 and the median rent is $922 per month.

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

Pojoaque has a violent crime rate of 607.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 3434.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Pojoaque, NM a Good Place to Live?

Pojoaque is a small town of 2,336 in New Mexico, with a median household income of $61,583 and a 4.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Pojoaque is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Pojoaque 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: 90.3

Pojoaque's overall cost of living index is 90.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Pojoaque costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Pojoaque, NM	National Avg
Median Home Value	$94,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$922	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	68.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$61,583	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Higher than Average

Pojoaque's violent crime rate is 607.2 per 100,000 residents — 60% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

607.2 /100k

Property Crime

3434.5 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Pojoaque is served primarily by POJOAQUE. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.0:1 .

Metric	Pojoaque, NM	National Avg
School District	POJOAQUE	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	24.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Pojoaque sees average highs of 48.4°F in January and 91.3°F in July, with 13.5 inches of annual precipitation and 10.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Pojoaque, NM
Average High — January	48.4°F
Average High — July	91.3°F
Annual Precipitation	13.5"
Annual Snowfall	10.7"

Demographics

Metric	Pojoaque, NM	National Avg
Population	2,336	—
Median Age	36.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	34.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	38.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.9%	6.3%
Under 18	21.4%	22.2%
65 and over	13.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Pojoaque vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pojoaque, NM affordable or expensive?

Pojoaque's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Pojoaque roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $94,600 and median rent is $922/month.

What is the crime rate in Pojoaque, NM?

Pojoaque's violent crime rate is 607.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 3434.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Pojoaque?

Public schools in Pojoaque are operated by POJOAQUE. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.0:1. 24.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Pojoaque, NM a good place to live?

Pojoaque, NM has a population of 2,336, a median household income of $61,583, and an unemployment rate of 4.6%. 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 Pojoaque?

Pojoaque averages 48.4°F in January and 91.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 13.5 inches with about 10.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Pojoaque?

The population of Pojoaque, New Mexico is 2,336 with a median age of 36.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Pojoaque?

Key numbers for living in Pojoaque: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $94,600, median household income $61,583, crime index 161 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Pojoaque side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.