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Living in Chaparral, NM

Chaparral, a town in New Mexico, has a population of just over 15,000. Families with children are a common sight, as kids aged 5-14 account for an above-average 23% of the community, though young adults feature prominently in the demographics as well. Overall, the city's residents, with an average age of just over 34, skew younger than most cities in New Mexico. Only 22% of residents rent in Chaparral, as the majority own their homes. Renting remains an affordable option, though, as the city boasts a relatively low average rent of $658 per month. Over the course of a year, renters in Chaparral will save around $2,600 compared to the state average.

With an average annual income of around $36,000, Chaparral workers earn around $26,000 less than their peers elsewhere in New Mexico. The city's average income also trails the national average of $73,345. Among Chaparral residents older than 25, 4% have earned a Bachelor's degree and 1% possess a Master's or Doctoral degree.

Chaparral residents have an average commute of about 31 minutes, slower than the New Mexico average of about 23 minutes. Many residents (29%) drive themselves to work, while public transit isn't extensively used. Relatively few residents walk to work.

Who Lives Here

Chaparral Demographics

Education

High School

44%

Associate's

18%

Bachelor's

5%

Master's

1%

Doctorate

31%

Family Size

2 people

41%

3 people

15%

4 people

20%

5 people

12%

6+ people

11%

Household Income

0-50k

70%

50-100k

24%

100-150k

4%

150-200k

2%

200k+

0%

Age

0-10

14%

10-20

15%

20-45

34%

45-65

26%

65+

11%

Getting Around Chaparral

Chaparral Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

20%

15-30 Mins

18%

30-40 Mins

29%

40-60 Mins

22%

60+ Mins

11%

What Renters Are Saying

Chaparral Features

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 4 of 4 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 4 of 4 renters

Area Has Litter

No

Say 4 of 4 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 4 of 4 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 4 of 4 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 4 of 4 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 4 of 4 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 4 of 4 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 4 of 4 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 3 of 4 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 3 of 4 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 3 of 4 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 3 of 4 renters

Nice Views

Yes

Say 3 of 4 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 3 of 4 renters

Well Lit

Yes

Say 2 of 4 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 3 of 4 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 3 of 4 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 3 of 4 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 4 of 4 renters

Chaparral Education

Schools

Percentage: 3/53/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Chaparral

5/10

Tom Lea Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

4/10

Barron Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

6/10

Nixon Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

3/10

Bradley Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

7/10

Desertaire Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

4/10

Fannin Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Chaparral, NM

Chaparral, a town in New Mexico, has a population of just over 15,000. Families with children are a common sight, as kids aged 5-14 account for an above-average 23% of the community, though young adults feature prominently in the demographics as well. Overall, the city's residents, with an average age of just over 34, skew younger than most cities in New Mexico. Only 22% of residents rent in Chaparral, as the majority own their homes. Renting remains an affordable option, though, as the city boasts a relatively low average rent of $658 per month. Over the course of a year, renters in Chaparral will save around $2,600 compared to the state average.

With an average annual income of around $36,000, Chaparral workers earn around $26,000 less than their peers elsewhere in New Mexico. The city's average income also trails the national average of $73,345. Among Chaparral residents older than 25, 4% have earned a Bachelor's degree and 1% possess a Master's or Doctoral degree.

Chaparral residents have an average commute of about 31 minutes, slower than the New Mexico average of about 23 minutes. Many residents (29%) drive themselves to work, while public transit isn't extensively used. Relatively few residents walk to work.