Chamisal, NM

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Chamisal Overview

358
TOTAL POPULATION
222
MALE POPULATION
136
FEMALE POPULATION
163.24
MALES / 100 FEMALES
61.26
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.9
MEDIAN AGE
4.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,066
PER CAPITA INCOME
$71,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$34,875
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
18.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
81.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
159
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
51.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Chamisal Zip Codes

Chamisal Area Codes

Race in Chamisal

The most populous races in Chamisal are Hispanic or Latino (336 | 93.9%), Two or more Races (183 | 51.1%), and White / Caucasian (154 | 43.0%).
Race in Chamisal
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino33693.9%
Native / Alaskan51.4%
White / Caucasian15443.0%
Two or more Races18351.1%
Some other Race164.5%
Total358100.0%

Ancestry in Chamisal

The most populous ancestries reported in Chamisal are Spanish (185 | 51.7%), Mexican (17 | 4.8%), French Canadian (9 | 2.5%), Spanish American (9 | 2.5%), and English (4 | 1.1%), together accounting for 62.6% of all Chamisal residents.
Ancestry in Chamisal
Ancestry# Population% Population
American10.3%
Apache20.6%
Blackfeet30.8%
Bulgarian10.3%
Cherokee10.3%
Dutch10.3%
English41.1%
European10.3%
French20.6%
French Canadian92.5%
German10.3%
Irish41.1%
Italian30.8%
Mexican174.8%
Navajo30.8%
Polish10.3%
Pueblo20.6%
Russian10.3%
Sioux30.8%
Spaniard41.1%
Spanish18551.7%
Spanish American92.5%
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Immigrants in Chamisal

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Chamisal came from Central America (2 | 0.6%), Latin America (2 | 0.6%), and Mexico (2 | 0.6%), together accounting for 1.7% of all Chamisal residents.
Immigrants in Chamisal
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Central America20.6%
Latin America20.6%
Mexico20.6%
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Sex and Age in Chamisal

Sex and Age in Chamisal

The most populous age groups in Chamisal are 30 to 34 Years (39 | 17.6%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (17 | 12.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Chamisal
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1 (0.4%)8 (5.9%)
5 to 9 Years11 (5.0%)3 (2.2%)
10 to 14 Years19 (8.6%)3 (2.2%)
15 to 19 Years26 (11.7%)4 (2.9%)
20 to 24 Years6 (2.7%)7 (5.1%)
25 to 29 Years6 (2.7%)2 (1.5%)
30 to 34 Years39 (17.6%)6 (4.4%)
35 to 39 Years20 (9.0%)9 (6.6%)
40 to 44 Years8 (3.6%)9 (6.6%)
45 to 49 Years12 (5.4%)7 (5.1%)
50 to 54 Years12 (5.4%)9 (6.6%)
55 to 59 Years10 (4.5%)17 (12.5%)
60 to 64 Years4 (1.8%)16 (11.8%)
65 to 69 Years7 (3.2%)14 (10.3%)
70 to 74 Years9 (4.1%)7 (5.1%)
75 to 79 Years16 (7.2%)5 (3.7%)
80 to 84 Years11 (5.0%)5 (3.7%)
85 Years and over5 (2.2%)5 (3.7%)
Total222 (100.0%)136 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Chamisal

Median Family Size in Chamisal

The median family size in Chamisal is 4.12 persons per family, with single female/mother families (16 | 23.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.94 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (45 | 66.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.20 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Chamisal
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple45 (66.2%)3.20
Single Male/Father7 (10.3%)5.86
Single Female/Mother16 (23.5%)5.94
Total Families68 (100.0%)4.12

Median Household Size in Chamisal

The median household size in Chamisal is 2.86 persons per household, with single female/mother households (16 | 12.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.94 persons per household. non-family households (57 | 45.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Chamisal
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple45 (36.0%)3.40
Single Male/Father7 (5.6%)5.86
Single Female/Mother16 (12.8%)5.94
Non-family57 (45.6%)1.21
Total Households125 (100.0%)2.86

Household Size by Marriage Status in Chamisal

Out of a total of 125 households in Chamisal, 68 (54.4%) are family households, while 57 (45.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 47, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 54.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Chamisal
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-54 (43.2%)
2-Person Households47 (37.6%)2 (1.6%)
3-Person Households5 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households10 (8.0%)1 (0.8%)
5-Person Households2 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households4 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total68 (54.4%)57 (45.6%)

Female Fertility in Chamisal

Fertility by Age in Chamisal

Average fertility rate in Chamisal is 83.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 138.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Chamisal
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years4 (100.0%)138.0
Total4 (100.0%)83.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chamisal

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chamisal
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Chamisal

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Chamisal
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree4 (100.0%)211.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total4 (100.0%)83.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chamisal

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chamisal
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Chamisal

Income Overview in Chamisal

Per Capita Income in Chamisal is $32,066, while median incomes of families and households are $71,250 and $34,875 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income358$32,066
Median Family Income68$71,250
Mean Family Income68$77,712
Median Household Income125$34,875
Mean Household Income125$58,668
Income Deficit68$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)35818.62%
Wage / Income Gap ($)35881.38¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3580.48

Earnings by Sex in Chamisal

Average Earnings in Chamisal are $46,944, $52,083 for men and $42,386 for women, a difference of 18.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Chamisal
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male99 (61.9%)$52,083
Female61 (38.1%)$42,386
Total160 (100.0%)$46,944

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chamisal

The most common earnings brackets in Chamisal are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (26 | 26.3%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (11 | 18.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chamisal
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9991 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)2 (3.3%)
$10,000 to $12,49910 (10.1%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9991 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9998 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4993 (3.0%)4 (6.6%)
$22,500 to $24,9993 (3.0%)5 (8.2%)
$25,000 to $29,9990 (0.0%)5 (8.2%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)3 (4.9%)
$35,000 to $39,9999 (9.1%)1 (1.6%)
$40,000 to $44,9997 (7.1%)11 (18.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9995 (5.1%)5 (8.2%)
$50,000 to $54,9995 (5.1%)2 (3.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99926 (26.3%)8 (13.1%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)5 (8.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99915 (15.1%)5 (8.2%)
$100,000+6 (6.1%)5 (8.2%)
Total99 (100.0%)61 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chamisal

Average earnings in Chamisal are $63,029 for men and $42,159 for women, a difference of 33.1%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $63,317, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $47,188. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $70,000, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $41,528.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chamisal
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$50,833$41,875
College or Associate's Degree$63,317$41,528
Bachelor's Degree$47,188$58,125
Graduate Degree--
Total$63,029$42,159

Family Income in Chamisal

Family Income Brackets in Chamisal

According to the Chamisal family income data, there are 15 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.1% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Chamisal
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00057.4%
$10,000 to $14,999710.3%
$15,000 to $24,99945.9%
$25,000 to $34,99957.4%
$35,000 to $49,99922.9%
$50,000 to $74,9991217.6%
$75,000 to $99,9991522.1%
$100,000 to $149,999811.8%
$150,000 to $199,999913.2%
$200,000+11.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chamisal

4-person families (9 | 13.2%) account for the highest median family income in Chamisal with $107,917 per family, while 2-person families (47 | 69.1%) have the highest median income of $27,812 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chamisal
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families47 (69.1%)$55,625
3-Person Families6 (8.8%)$0
4-Person Families9 (13.2%)$107,917
5-Person Families2 (2.9%)$0
6-Person Families4 (5.9%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total68 (100.0%)$71,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in Chamisal

Family Income by Number of Earners in Chamisal
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners26 (38.2%)$21,250
1 Earner19 (27.9%)$75,313
2 Earners19 (27.9%)$0
3+ Earners4 (5.9%)$0
Total68 (100.0%)$71,250

Household Income in Chamisal

Household Income Brackets in Chamisal

With 24 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Chamisal, accounting for 19.2% of all households. In contrast, only 1 households (0.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Chamisal
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001612.8%
$10,000 to $14,9991512.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991713.6%
$25,000 to $34,9991512.0%
$35,000 to $49,99954.0%
$50,000 to $74,999129.6%
$75,000 to $99,9992419.2%
$100,000 to $149,999108.0%
$150,000 to $199,999108.0%
$200,000+10.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Chamisal

The median household income in Chamisal is $34,875, with the highest median household income of $47,500 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 50 households (40.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 2 households (1.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Chamisal
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years2 (1.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years13 (10.4%)$0
45 to 64 Years50 (40.0%)$47,500
65+ Years60 (48.0%)$34,000
Total125 (100.0%)$34,875

Poverty in Chamisal

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chamisal

With 12.3% poverty level for males and 22.1% for females among the residents of Chamisal, 16 and 17 year old males and 16 and 17 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (100.0%) and 2 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chamisal
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)2 (25.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years3 (21.4%)2 (40.0%)
12 to 14 Years3 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years3 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)2 (25.0%)
35 to 44 Years3 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years5 (20.8%)5 (31.2%)
55 to 64 Years3 (21.4%)7 (21.2%)
65 to 74 Years4 (25.0%)3 (14.3%)
75 Years and over2 (6.2%)7 (46.7%)
Total26 (12.3%)30 (22.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chamisal

According to the poverty statistics in Chamisal, males aged under 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chamisal
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1 (100.0%)6 (75.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years11 (78.6%)3 (60.0%)
12 to 14 Years3 (50.0%)1 (100.0%)
15 Years3 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years26 (100.0%)7 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years45 (100.0%)6 (75.0%)
35 to 44 Years25 (89.3%)18 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years19 (79.2%)11 (68.8%)
55 to 64 Years11 (78.6%)26 (78.8%)
65 to 74 Years12 (75.0%)18 (85.7%)
75 Years and over30 (93.8%)8 (53.3%)
Total186 (87.7%)106 (77.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chamisal

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Chamisal show that 15.6% or 7 of the total 45 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 18.2%, comprising of 2 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 14.7%, which includes 5 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chamisal
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children29 (85.3%)5 (14.7%)
1 or 2 Children9 (81.8%)2 (18.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total38 (84.4%)7 (15.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chamisal

According to the poverty data in Chamisal, 42.9% or 3 single-father households and 25.0% or 4 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (60.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (36.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chamisal
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children3 (60.0%)4 (36.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3 (42.9%)4 (25.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chamisal

The poverty data for Chamisal shows that 7 of the married-couple family households (15.6%) and 7 of the single-parent households (30.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (18.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 household (43.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chamisal
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children5 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children2 (18.2%)7 (43.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (15.6%)7 (30.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Chamisal

Employment by Class of Employer in Chamisal

Among the 150 employed individuals in Chamisal, private company employees (62 | 41.3%), not-for-profit organizations (32 | 21.3%), and local government employees (22 | 14.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Chamisal
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees6241.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)21.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)106.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations3221.3%
Local Government Employees2214.7%
State Government Employees96.0%
Federal Government Employees138.7%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total150100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Chamisal

According to the labor force statistics for Chamisal, out of the total population over 16 years of age (308), 51.6% or 159 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.3% or 2 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 100.0% or 8 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.9% or 1 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Chamisal
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years10 (40.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years8 (61.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years43 (95.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years33 (71.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years26 (65.0%)1 (3.8%)
55 to 59 Years17 (63.0%)1 (5.9%)
60 to 64 Years2 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years8 (21.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total159 (51.6%)2 (1.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chamisal

According to labor force statistics for Chamisal, 69.4% of individuals (129) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (186) are in the labor force, with 1.6% or 2 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 78.4% or 80 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.9% or 2 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chamisal
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma34 (69.4%)3 (5.9%)
College / Associate Degree80 (78.4%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher15 (62.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total129 (69.4%)3 (1.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Chamisal

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chamisal are Management (15 | 9.6%), Computers, Engineering & Science (14 | 8.9%), Community & Social Service (12 | 7.6%), Computers & Mathematics (8 | 5.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (8 | 5.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Chamisal

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chamisal, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (50.0%), Management (46.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (42.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (91.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Chamisal
OccupationMaleFemale
Management7 (46.7%)8 (53.3%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science6 (42.9%)8 (57.1%)
Computers & Mathematics4 (50.0%)4 (50.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science2 (40.0%)3 (60.0%)
Community & Social Service 1 (8.3%)11 (91.7%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library1 (12.5%)7 (87.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating2 (25.0%)6 (75.0%)
Health Technologists2 (25.0%)6 (75.0%)
Total (Category)16 (32.7%)33 (67.3%)
Total (Overall)99 (63.1%)58 (36.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Chamisal are Food Preparation & Serving (31 | 19.8%), Healthcare Support (15 | 9.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (11 | 7.0%), Security & Protection (3 | 1.9%), and Firefighting & Prevention (3 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations in Chamisal

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Chamisal, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (33.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (6.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Chamisal
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support10 (66.7%)5 (33.3%)
Security & Protection3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving29 (93.5%)2 (6.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)53 (88.3%)7 (11.7%)
Total (Overall)99 (63.1%)58 (36.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Chamisal are Office & Administration (13 | 8.3%), and Sales & Related (7 | 4.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Chamisal

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Chamisal
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration1 (7.7%)12 (92.3%)
Total (Category)8 (40.0%)12 (60.0%)
Total (Overall)99 (63.1%)58 (36.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Chamisal are Construction & Extraction (12 | 7.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (10 | 6.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Chamisal

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Chamisal
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)99 (63.1%)58 (36.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Chamisal are Material Moving (4 | 2.5%), and Transportation (2 | 1.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Chamisal

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Chamisal
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)99 (63.1%)58 (36.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Chamisal

Employment Industries in Chamisal

The major employment industries in Chamisal include Accommodation & Food Services (36 | 22.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (25 | 15.9%), Professional & Scientific (16 | 10.2%), Construction (12 | 7.6%), and Public Administration (10 | 6.4%).
Employment Industries in Chamisal

Employment Industries by Sex in Chamisal

The Chamisal industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Retail Trade (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Chamisal
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing2 (28.6%)5 (71.4%)
Utilities9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific10 (62.5%)6 (37.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Educational Services1 (11.1%)8 (88.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance12 (48.0%)13 (52.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services29 (80.6%)7 (19.4%)
Public Administration4 (40.0%)6 (60.0%)
Total99 (63.1%)58 (36.9%)

Education in Chamisal

School Enrollment in Chamisal

The most common levels of schooling among the 58 students in Chamisal are middle school (22 | 37.9%), high school (10 | 17.2%), and college / undergraduate (10 | 17.2%).
School Enrollment in Chamisal
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool23.5%
Kindergarten58.6%
Elementary School915.5%
Middle School2237.9%
High School1017.2%
College / Undergraduate1017.2%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total58100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chamisal

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chamisal
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chamisal

Education (20 | 37.0%), business (9 | 16.7%), computers & mathematics (6 | 11.1%), psychology (5 | 9.3%), and science & technology (4 | 7.4%) are the most common fields of study among 54 individuals in Chamisal who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chamisal
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics611.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural11.8%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology59.3%
Social Sciences23.7%
Engineering23.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology47.4%
Business916.7%
Education2037.0%
Literature & Languages23.7%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts35.6%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total54100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Chamisal

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chamisal

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Chamisal are males with 5 or more vehicles (46, accounting for 47.4%) and females with 5 or more vehicles (14, making up 86.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chamisal
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle2 (2.1%)8 (15.1%)
2 Vehicles29 (29.9%)9 (17.0%)
3 Vehicles15 (15.5%)14 (26.4%)
4 Vehicles5 (5.1%)8 (15.1%)
5 or more Vehicles46 (47.4%)14 (26.4%)
Total97 (100.0%)53 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Chamisal

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Chamisal are 5 to 9 minutes (28 commuters, 21.5%), 10 to 14 minutes (23 commuters, 17.7%), and 60 to 89 minutes (21 commuters, 16.2%).
Commute Time in Chamisal
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes21.5%
5 to 9 Minutes2821.5%
10 to 14 Minutes2317.7%
15 to 19 Minutes21.5%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes118.5%
35 to 39 Minutes21.5%
40 to 44 Minutes53.8%
45 to 59 Minutes2015.4%
60 to 89 Minutes2116.2%
90 or more Minutes1612.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Chamisal

The most common commute times in Chamisal are 5 to 9 minutes (26 commuters, 31.3%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (15 commuters, 31.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Chamisal
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)2 (4.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes26 (31.3%)2 (4.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes8 (9.6%)15 (31.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes2 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes7 (8.4%)4 (8.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)2 (4.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)5 (10.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes17 (20.5%)3 (6.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes13 (15.7%)8 (17.0%)
90 or more Minutes10 (12.0%)6 (12.8%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chamisal

The most frequent times of departure to work in Chamisal are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (32, 38.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (15, 31.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chamisal
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM4 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM9 (10.8%)2 (4.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM5 (6.0%)4 (8.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM9 (10.8%)2 (4.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM10 (12.0%)3 (6.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM7 (8.4%)12 (25.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM32 (38.6%)15 (31.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM7 (8.4%)4 (8.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)5 (10.6%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total83 (100.0%)47 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Chamisal

Occupancy by Ownership in Chamisal

Of the total 125 dwellings in Chamisal, owner-occupied units account for 105 (84.0%), while renter-occupied units make up 20 (16.0%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Chamisal
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units10584.0%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2016.0%
Total Occupied Housing Units125100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Chamisal

Occupancy by Household Size in Chamisal
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household5443.2%
2-Person Household4939.2%
3-Person Household54.0%
4+ Person Household1713.6%
Total Housing Units125100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chamisal

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chamisal
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household46 (85.2%)8 (14.8%)
2-Person Household39 (79.6%)10 (20.4%)
3-Person Household3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
4+ Person Household17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total Housing Units105 (84.0%)20 (16.0%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chamisal

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chamisal
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School13 (86.7%)2 (13.3%)
High School Diploma43 (84.3%)8 (15.7%)
College/Associate Degree19 (76.0%)6 (24.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher30 (88.2%)4 (11.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chamisal

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chamisal
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years118.8%
35 to 44 Years43.2%
45 to 54 Years2016.0%
55 to 64 Years3024.0%
65 to 74 Years2520.0%
75 to 84 Years2822.4%
85 Years and Over75.6%
Total125100.0%

Housing Finances in Chamisal

Median Income by Occupancy in Chamisal

Median Income by Occupancy in Chamisal
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied105 (84.0%)$42,188
Renter-Occupied20 (16.0%)$18,750
Average125 (100.0%)$34,875

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chamisal

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chamisal
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0006 (5.7%)2 (10.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9995 (4.8%)3 (15.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99913 (12.4%)2 (10.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9998 (7.6%)4 (20.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9994 (3.8%)1 (5.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99913 (12.4%)2 (10.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9995 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99910 (9.5%)2 (10.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99922 (20.9%)2 (10.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99910 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more9 (8.6%)2 (10.0%)
Total105 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chamisal

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chamisal
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30026 (24.8%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49932 (30.5%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79927 (25.7%)4 (20.0%)
$800 to $9995 (4.8%)3 (15.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4999 (8.6%)2 (10.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9994 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4992 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total105 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Chamisal

Housing Structures in Chamisal

Housing Structures in Chamisal
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached6955.2%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments21.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other5443.2%
Total125100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chamisal

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chamisal
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached59 (85.5%)10 (14.5%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other44 (81.5%)10 (18.5%)
Total105 (84.0%)20 (16.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chamisal

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chamisal
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms16 (15.2%)2 (10.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms74 (70.5%)16 (80.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms12 (11.4%)2 (10.0%)
8 or more Rooms3 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total105 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chamisal

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chamisal
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas5 (4.8%)1 (5.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas28 (26.7%)9 (45.0%)
Electricity10 (9.5%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene2 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels60 (57.1%)10 (50.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total105 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Chamisal

Household Vehicle Usage in Chamisal
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle5 (4.8%)4 (20.0%)
1 Vehicle34 (32.4%)10 (50.0%)
2 Vehicles24 (22.9%)2 (10.0%)
3 or more Vehicles42 (40.0%)4 (20.0%)
Total105 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Chamisal

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Chamisal

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units8718
Median Property Value$185,200$158,300
Median Household Income$34,875$1
Monthly Housing Costs$389$0
Real Estate Taxes$470$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chamisal

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chamisal
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0005 (5.8%)1 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $99,99910 (11.5%)2 (11.1%)
$100,000 to $299,99963 (72.4%)15 (83.3%)
$300,000 to $499,9997 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9991 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more1 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total87 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chamisal

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chamisal
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0007 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99925 (28.7%)4 (22.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99912 (13.8%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9995 (5.8%)1 (5.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99910 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99913 (14.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9997 (8.1%)9 (50.0%)
$150,000 or more8 (9.2%)3 (16.7%)
Total87 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chamisal

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chamisal
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x19 (21.8%)79,500 (441,666.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x16 (18.4%)9 (50.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x9 (10.3%)2 (11.1%)
4.0x or more42 (48.3%)2 (11.1%)
Total87 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chamisal

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chamisal
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80053 (60.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49924 (27.6%)12 (66.7%)
$800 to $1,4998 (9.2%)5 (27.8%)
Total87 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Chamisal

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chamisal

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chamisal
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years10 (83.3%)2 (16.7%)
6 to 18 Years62 (98.4%)1 (1.6%)
19 to 25 Years10 (76.9%)3 (23.1%)
26 to 34 Years25 (47.2%)28 (52.8%)
35 to 44 Years35 (76.1%)11 (23.9%)
45 to 54 Years36 (90.0%)4 (10.0%)
55 to 64 Years43 (91.5%)4 (8.5%)
65 to 74 Years37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total305 (85.2%)53 (14.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chamisal

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chamisal
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born10 (83.3%)2 (16.7%)
Foreign Born, Citizen62 (98.4%)1 (1.6%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen10 (76.9%)3 (23.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chamisal

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chamisal
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00072 (97.3%)2 (2.7%)
$25,000 to $49,99927 (93.1%)2 (6.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99926 (81.2%)6 (18.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99973 (64.0%)41 (36.0%)
$100,000 and over107 (98.2%)2 (1.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chamisal

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chamisal
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 65 (41.7%)5 (41.7%)
6 to 18 Years39 (61.9%)23 (36.5%)
19 to 25 Years8 (61.5%)2 (15.4%)
25 to 34 Years8 (15.1%)17 (32.1%)
35 to 44 Years13 (28.3%)22 (47.8%)
45 to 54 Years22 (55.0%)14 (35.0%)
55 to 64 Years23 (48.9%)23 (48.9%)
65 to 74 Years33 (89.2%)17 (46.0%)
75 Years and over47 (100.0%)25 (53.2%)
Total198 (55.3%)148 (41.3%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chamisal

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chamisal
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)2 (25.0%)
5 to 17 Years10 (27.8%)4 (40.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years20 (30.3%)17 (25.4%)
65 to 74 Years6 (37.5%)3 (14.3%)
75 Years and over28 (87.5%)11 (73.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Chamisal

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Chamisal: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over11 (34.4%)7 (46.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Chamisal: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)2 (25.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years2 (3.0%)2 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)1 (4.8%)
75 Years and over6 (18.8%)1 (6.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Chamisal: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (27.8%)4 (40.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (19.7%)8 (11.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (21.9%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Chamisal: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (20.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years18 (27.3%)16 (23.9%)
65 to 74 Years5 (31.2%)2 (9.5%)
75 Years and over17 (53.1%)7 (46.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Chamisal: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)2 (20.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years13 (19.7%)2 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (12.5%)2 (9.5%)
75 Years and over11 (34.4%)5 (33.3%)

Technology Access in Chamisal

Computing Device Access in Chamisal

Computing Device Access in Chamisal
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop5644.8%
Smartphone7257.6%
Tablet4233.6%
No Computing Device3830.4%
Total125100.0%

Internet Access in Chamisal

Internet Access in Chamisal
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home5342.4%
Cellular Data Only108.0%
Satellite Internet129.6%
No Internet5140.8%
Total125100.0%

Chamisal Summary

Chamisal is a small unincorporated community located in Taos County, New Mexico. It is situated in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, approximately 10 miles south of Taos. The community is located on the east side of the Rio Grande Gorge, and is surrounded by the Carson National Forest.

History

Chamisal was first settled in the late 1800s by Spanish settlers. The area was originally known as El Chamisal, which translates to “the place of the chamisa” in Spanish. The name was derived from the chamisa shrub, which is native to the area. The community was originally a small farming and ranching settlement, and the local economy was largely based on the production of wool and other livestock.
In the early 1900s, the community began to grow as more settlers moved to the area. The population peaked in the 1940s, when the population was estimated to be around 500 people. The population began to decline in the 1950s, as many of the residents moved away in search of better economic opportunities. By the 2000 census, the population had dropped to just over 200 people.

Geography

Chamisal is located in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, at an elevation of 7,000 feet. The area is characterized by rolling hills, deep canyons, and lush forests. The Rio Grande Gorge is located just to the east of the community, and the Carson National Forest is located to the north and west. The climate in the area is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters.

Economy

The economy of Chamisal is largely based on tourism and agriculture. The area is popular with tourists, who come to enjoy the scenic beauty of the mountains and the Rio Grande Gorge. The local economy is also supported by the production of wool and other livestock. There are also several small businesses in the area, including a few restaurants, a gas station, and a few small shops.

Demographics

As of the 2000 census, the population of Chamisal was estimated to be 206 people. The racial makeup of the community was 94.2% White, 0.5% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.5% Asian, and 4.3% from other races. The median household income was $25,000, and the median family income was $30,000. The per capita income was $14,000.

Conclusion

Chamisal is a small unincorporated community located in Taos County, New Mexico. It is situated in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and is surrounded by the Carson National Forest. The economy of the area is largely based on tourism and agriculture, and the population is estimated to be around 206 people. The area is popular with tourists, who come to enjoy the scenic beauty of the mountains and the Rio Grande Gorge.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Chamisal?
Total Population of Chamisal is 358.
What is the Total Male Population of Chamisal?
Total Male Population of Chamisal is 222.
What is the Total Female Population of Chamisal?
Total Female Population of Chamisal is 136.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Chamisal?
There are 163.24 Males per 100 Females in Chamisal.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Chamisal?
There are 61.26 Females per 100 Males in Chamisal.
What is the Median Population Age in Chamisal?
Median Population Age in Chamisal is 40.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Chamisal
Average Family Size in Chamisal is 4.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Chamisal
Average Household Size in Chamisal is 2.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Chamisal?
Per Capita income in Chamisal is $32,066.
What is the Median Family Income in Chamisal?
Median Family Income in Chamisal is $71,250.
What is the Median Household income in Chamisal?
Median Household Income in Chamisal is $34,875.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Chamisal?
Income or Wage Gap in Chamisal is 18.6%.
Women in Chamisal earn 81.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Chamisal?
Inequality or Gini Index in Chamisal is 0.48.
How Large is the Labor Force in Chamisal?
There are 159 People in the Labor Forcein in Chamisal.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Chamisal?
51.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Chamisal.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Chamisal?
Unemployment Rate in Chamisal is 1.3%.