What are the schools like in Rio Lucio, NM?

School district data for Rio Lucio is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Rio Lucio?

The median household income in Rio Lucio, NM is $43,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.4%.

What is the weather like in Rio Lucio, NM?

Rio Lucio has an average high temperature of 42.1°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Rio Lucio, NM affordable or expensive?

Rio Lucio's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Rio Lucio is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $176,300 and the median rent is $1,118 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Rio Lucio, NM?

Rio Lucio has a violent crime rate of 204.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1197.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Rio Lucio, NM a Good Place to Live?

Rio Lucio is a small town of 621 in New Mexico, with a median household income of $43,750 and a 7.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Rio Lucio stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

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

All Rio Lucio 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: 94.9

Rio Lucio's overall cost of living index is 94.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Rio Lucio costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Rio Lucio, NM	National Avg
Median Home Value	$176,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,118	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	88.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$43,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Rio Lucio's violent crime rate is 204.7 per 100,000 residents — 46% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

204.7 /100k

Property Crime

1197.9 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Metric	Rio Lucio, NM	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	79.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Rio Lucio sees average highs of 42.1°F in January and 86.5°F in July, with 11.8 inches of annual precipitation and 28.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Rio Lucio, NM
Average High — January	42.1°F
Average High — July	86.5°F
Annual Precipitation	11.8"
Annual Snowfall	28.4"

Demographics

Metric	Rio Lucio, NM	National Avg
Population	621	—
Median Age	38.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	42.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	32.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	64.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.7%	22.2%
65 and over	20.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Picuris Pueblo, NM 1 mi Chamisal, NM 2 mi Peñasco, NM 2 mi Vadito, NM 2 mi Ojo Sarco, NM 6 mi

Rio Lucio vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rio Lucio, NM affordable or expensive?

Rio Lucio's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Rio Lucio roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $176,300 and median rent is $1,118/month.

What is the crime rate in Rio Lucio, NM?

Rio Lucio's violent crime rate is 204.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1197.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Rio Lucio?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Rio Lucio, NM a good place to live?

Rio Lucio, NM has a population of 621, a median household income of $43,750, and an unemployment rate of 7.4%. 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 Rio Lucio?

Rio Lucio averages 42.1°F in January and 86.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 11.8 inches with about 28.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Rio Lucio?

The population of Rio Lucio, New Mexico is 621 with a median age of 38.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Rio Lucio?

Key numbers for living in Rio Lucio: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $176,300, median household income $43,750, crime index 55 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Rio Lucio side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.