What are the schools like in Tesuque, NM?

Tesuque is served primarily by SANTA FE. The district operates 19 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 5 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.3:1.

What is the median household income in Tesuque?

The median household income in Tesuque, NM is $56,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.2%.

What is the weather like in Tesuque, NM?

Tesuque has an average high temperature of 43.0°F in January and 85.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 20.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Tesuque, NM affordable or expensive?

Tesuque's cost of living index is 102, where 100 represents the national average. This means Tesuque is 2% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $820,700 and the median rent is $1,013 per month.

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

Tesuque 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 Tesuque, NM a Good Place to Live?

Tesuque is a small town of 1,123 in New Mexico, with a median household income of $56,250 and a 8.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 102 (US average = 100), which is 2% above the national average.

Strengths: Tesuque stands out for solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

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

All Tesuque 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: 101.7

Tesuque's overall cost of living index is 101.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Tesuque costs roughly 2% more than the average American city.

Metric	Tesuque, NM	National Avg
Median Home Value	$820,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,013	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$56,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Higher than Average

Tesuque'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

Tesuque is served primarily by SANTA FE. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Tesuque, NM	National Avg
School District	SANTA FE	—
Elementary Schools	19	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	5	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	65.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	99.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Tesuque sees average highs of 43.0°F in January and 85.8°F in July, with 15.5 inches of annual precipitation and 20.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Tesuque, NM
Average High — January	43.0°F
Average High — July	85.8°F
Annual Precipitation	15.5"
Annual Snowfall	20.2"

Demographics

Metric	Tesuque, NM	National Avg
Population	1,123	—
Median Age	66.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.5%	18.9%
Asian	2.0%	6.3%
Under 18	4.4%	22.2%
65 and over	52.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Encantado, NM 3 mi Peak Place, NM 3 mi Hyde Park, NM 3 mi Tano Road, NM 4 mi Chupadero, NM 5 mi

Tesuque vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tesuque, NM affordable or expensive?

Tesuque's cost of living index is 102, where 100 is the national average. That puts Tesuque roughly 2% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $820,700 and median rent is $1,013/month.

What is the crime rate in Tesuque, NM?

Tesuque'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 Tesuque?

Public schools in Tesuque are operated by SANTA FE. The district has 19 elementary, 2 middle, and 5 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.3:1. 65.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Tesuque, NM a good place to live?

Tesuque, NM has a population of 1,123, a median household income of $56,250, and an unemployment rate of 8.2%. 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 Tesuque?

Tesuque averages 43.0°F in January and 85.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 15.5 inches with about 20.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Tesuque?

The population of Tesuque, New Mexico is 1,123 with a median age of 66.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Tesuque?

Key numbers for living in Tesuque: cost of living index 102 (100 = US average), median home $820,700, median household income $56,250, crime index 161 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Tesuque side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.