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Estancia, NM


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Estancia, New Mexico

Estancia, New Mexico, in Torrance county, is 40 miles SE of Albuquerque, New Mexico. The town has a population of 1,584.

The People and Families of Estancia

In Estancia, about 32% of adults are married. Households are larger than most, which is consistent with the family emphasis of the town.

Approximately 30% of Estancia is non-white. Estancia boasts a diverse population for New Mexico, with several racial groups well-represented among the population.

Interestingly, the town is known for having more men than similar towns.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Estancia had a median family income of $33,750.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 election, George W. Bush was the top Presidential fund-raiser in Estancia ($375). Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.

Estancia Housing

About 74% of housing units in Estancia are owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Estancia, 93% of commuters drive to work. You'll want a car to get around in the town. Or at least you'll find that a great majority of people here drive everywhere.

High Points

Estancia strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Mexico):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 1%trophyEstancia Racial Diversity
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 7%Estancia Affordability of Property Taxes
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 12%Estancia Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of Estancia, NM

Comparing Estancia to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Mexico (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population1010
Racial Diversity1010
Well-Paid Single Men89
Children Under 5 Years Old33
Age of the Population24
Senior Citizens11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size98
Portion of People Married56

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income37
People in Middle Class or Better26
College Educated Adults21
People Above Poverty22

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home43
Walking and Biking to Work22
Public Transportation Use21
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes108
Housing Recently Built86
Seasonal and Vacation Housing75
People Living Alone67
Affordability of Rents43
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals43
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