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I live downtown where some sort of community events is happening. Public transportation is never hard to get

Who Lives Here

Tijeras Demographics

Education

High School

14%

Associate's

29%

Bachelor's

11%

Master's

9%

Doctorate

37%

Family Size

2 people

74%

3 people

12%

4 people

9%

5 people

2%

6+ people

3%

Household Income

0-50k

39%

50-100k

31%

100-150k

16%

150-200k

5%

200k+

9%

Age

0-10

8%

10-20

7%

20-45

17%

45-65

41%

65+

26%

Getting Around Tijeras

Tijeras Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

7%

15-30 Mins

42%

30-40 Mins

30%

40-60 Mins

18%

60+ Mins

3%

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Walk Score®

Percentage: 1414

Bike Score®

Tijeras Education

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Living in Tijeras, NM

The small town of Tijeras, New Mexico is home to slightly less than 1,000 people. It's a nice place to settle down, as retirees make up a greater percentage of the population (28%) here than they do nationally (14%), while young adults are less well-represented. With an average age of just under 47, the town's population is older than most cities in New Mexico. Most residents own their homes in Tijeras, and 13% of residents rent. Relatively high rent costs could be a factor, as the average rent of $1,347 per month is substantially higher than the state average of $875.

Tijeras has an average commute time of about 29 minutes. Driving is the most common way to get to work, selected by 44% of workers, while public transit isn't used extensively. A small percentage of workers commute on foot.

Tijeras has a high concentration of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 12% have earned a Master's or a Doctorate. Additionally, 15% possess a Bachelor's degree. There are three primary industries in Tijeras: retail, healthcare, and education. Together, these industries make up 21% of the town's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many residents work in sales, which ranks as the top field in the town. With an average annual income of almost $79K, Tijeras workers bring in about $17,000 more than their peers elsewhere in the state. Tijeras's average income also compares favorably to the national average ($73,345).