Maxwell, NM

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Maxwell Overview

482
TOTAL POPULATION
247
MALE POPULATION
235
FEMALE POPULATION
105.11
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.14
FEMALES / 100 MALES
21.5
MEDIAN AGE
4.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$17,328
PER CAPITA INCOME
$43,333
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$37,813
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
12.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
87.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
128
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
40.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Maxwell Zip Codes

Maxwell Area Codes

Race in Maxwell

The most populous races in Maxwell are White / Caucasian (403 | 83.6%), Hispanic or Latino (378 | 78.4%), and Two or more Races (64 | 13.3%).
Race in Maxwell
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino37878.4%
Native / Alaskan71.5%
White / Caucasian40383.6%
Two or more Races6413.3%
Some other Race81.7%
Total482100.0%

Ancestry in Maxwell

The most populous ancestries reported in Maxwell are Mexican (207 | 42.9%), Scotch-Irish (55 | 11.4%), Irish (47 | 9.8%), Italian (38 | 7.9%), and Spaniard (38 | 7.9%), together accounting for 79.9% of all Maxwell residents.
Ancestry in Maxwell
Ancestry# Population% Population
English81.7%
French81.7%
German183.7%
Irish479.8%
Italian387.9%
Mexican20742.9%
Navajo142.9%
Scotch-Irish5511.4%
Scottish122.5%
Spaniard387.9%
Spanish132.7%
Spanish American81.7%
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Immigrants in Maxwell

Immigrants in Maxwell
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Maxwell

Sex and Age in Maxwell

The most populous age groups in Maxwell are 10 to 14 Years (50 | 20.2%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (51 | 21.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Maxwell
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years9 (3.6%)10 (4.3%)
5 to 9 Years38 (15.4%)16 (6.8%)
10 to 14 Years50 (20.2%)41 (17.4%)
15 to 19 Years13 (5.3%)51 (21.7%)
20 to 24 Years20 (8.1%)11 (4.7%)
25 to 29 Years6 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years35 (14.2%)33 (14.0%)
35 to 39 Years8 (3.2%)7 (3.0%)
40 to 44 Years8 (3.2%)5 (2.1%)
45 to 49 Years5 (2.0%)2 (0.9%)
50 to 54 Years4 (1.6%)5 (2.1%)
55 to 59 Years7 (2.8%)13 (5.5%)
60 to 64 Years21 (8.5%)5 (2.1%)
65 to 69 Years2 (0.8%)6 (2.5%)
70 to 74 Years10 (4.1%)13 (5.5%)
75 to 79 Years7 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years4 (1.6%)10 (4.3%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (3.0%)
Total247 (100.0%)235 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Maxwell

Median Family Size in Maxwell

The median family size in Maxwell is 4.02 persons per family, with married-couple families (56 | 53.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.14 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (6 | 5.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.67 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Maxwell
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple56 (53.8%)4.14
Single Male/Father42 (40.4%)3.90
Single Female/Mother6 (5.8%)3.67
Total Families104 (100.0%)4.02

Median Household Size in Maxwell

Median Household Size in Maxwell
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple56 (40.0%)4.14
Single Male/Father42 (30.0%)4.57
Single Female/Mother6 (4.3%)3.67
Non-family36 (25.7%)-
Total Households140 (100.0%)3.44

Household Size by Marriage Status in Maxwell

Out of a total of 140 households in Maxwell, 104 (74.3%) are family households, while 36 (25.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 51, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 36.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Maxwell
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-36 (25.7%)
2-Person Households51 (36.4%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households15 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households17 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households16 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households5 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total104 (74.3%)36 (25.7%)

Female Fertility in Maxwell

Fertility by Age in Maxwell

Female Fertility by Age in Maxwell
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 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Maxwell

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Maxwell
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Maxwell

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Maxwell
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 Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Maxwell

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Maxwell
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Maxwell

Income Overview in Maxwell

Per Capita Income in Maxwell is $17,328, while median incomes of families and households are $43,333 and $37,813 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income482$17,328
Median Family Income104$43,333
Mean Family Income104$64,588
Median Household Income140$37,813
Mean Household Income140$56,062
Income Deficit104$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)48212.27%
Wage / Income Gap ($)48287.73¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index4820.41

Earnings by Sex in Maxwell

Average Earnings in Maxwell are $37,868, $33,750 for men and $38,472 for women, a difference of 12.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Maxwell
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male90 (55.9%)$33,750
Female71 (44.1%)$38,472
Total161 (100.0%)$37,868

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Maxwell

The most common earnings brackets in Maxwell are $40,000 to $44,999 for men (17 | 18.9%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (28 | 39.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Maxwell
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)4 (5.6%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9994 (4.4%)1 (1.4%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)9 (12.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9993 (3.3%)6 (8.5%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4991 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99910 (11.1%)12 (16.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99915 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99913 (14.4%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9998 (8.9%)9 (12.7%)
$40,000 to $44,99917 (18.9%)28 (39.4%)
$45,000 to $49,9993 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)1 (1.4%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9999 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+7 (7.8%)1 (1.4%)
Total90 (100.0%)71 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Maxwell

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Maxwell
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$41,071$38,472

Family Income in Maxwell

Family Income Brackets in Maxwell

According to the Maxwell family income data, there are 32 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 30.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Maxwell
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9991211.5%
$25,000 to $34,9991817.3%
$35,000 to $49,9993230.8%
$50,000 to $74,9991716.3%
$75,000 to $99,99921.9%
$100,000 to $149,9991615.4%
$150,000 to $199,99976.7%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Maxwell

3-person families (14 | 13.5%) account for the highest median family income in Maxwell with $41,071 per family, while 2-person families (61 | 58.7%) have the highest median income of $18,438 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Maxwell
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families61 (58.7%)$36,875
3-Person Families14 (13.5%)$41,071
4-Person Families8 (7.7%)$0
5-Person Families16 (15.4%)$0
6-Person Families5 (4.8%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total104 (100.0%)$43,333

Family Income by Number of Earners in Maxwell

Family Income by Number of Earners in Maxwell
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners27 (26.0%)$37,292
1 Earner49 (47.1%)$38,281
2 Earners21 (20.2%)$0
3+ Earners7 (6.7%)$0
Total104 (100.0%)$43,333

Household Income in Maxwell

Household Income Brackets in Maxwell

With 28 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Maxwell, accounting for 20.0% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Maxwell
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999107.1%
$15,000 to $24,9992820.0%
$25,000 to $34,9992517.9%
$35,000 to $49,9992517.9%
$50,000 to $74,9992014.3%
$75,000 to $99,99996.4%
$100,000 to $149,9991611.4%
$150,000 to $199,99975.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Maxwell

The median household income in Maxwell is $37,813, with the highest median household income of $81,071 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 44 households (31.4%) 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 10 households (7.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Maxwell
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years10 (7.1%)$0
25 to 44 Years44 (31.4%)$81,071
45 to 64 Years41 (29.3%)$29,792
65+ Years45 (32.1%)$23,958
Total140 (100.0%)$37,813

Poverty in Maxwell

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Maxwell

With 1.2% poverty level for males and 11.1% for females among the residents of Maxwell, 16 and 17 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (23.1%) and 11 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Maxwell
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years3 (23.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)3 (42.9%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)3 (16.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (31.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (17.6%)
Total3 (1.2%)26 (11.1%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Maxwell

According to the poverty statistics in Maxwell, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 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 Maxwell
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years9 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
5 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years54 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years29 (100.0%)1 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years10 (76.9%)51 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years41 (100.0%)33 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years16 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years9 (100.0%)4 (57.1%)
55 to 64 Years28 (100.0%)15 (83.3%)
65 to 74 Years12 (100.0%)13 (68.4%)
75 Years and over11 (100.0%)14 (82.4%)
Total244 (98.8%)209 (88.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Maxwell

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Maxwell
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Maxwell

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Maxwell
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)2 (50.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)2 (33.3%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Maxwell
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)2 (5.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)2 (4.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Maxwell

Employment by Class of Employer in Maxwell

Among the 128 employed individuals in Maxwell, private company employees (60 | 46.9%), state government employees (28 | 21.9%), and not-for-profit organizations (12 | 9.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Maxwell
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees6046.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)75.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations129.4%
Local Government Employees129.4%
State Government Employees2821.9%
Federal Government Employees97.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total128100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Maxwell

Employment Status by Age in Maxwell
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years20 (64.5%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years49 (72.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years10 (62.5%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years10 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years3 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over8 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total128 (40.3%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Maxwell

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Maxwell
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School9 (45.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma23 (43.4%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree54 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher14 (73.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total100 (61.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Maxwell

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Maxwell are Management (16 | 13.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (11 | 9.2%), Health Technologists (11 | 9.2%), Community & Social Service (9 | 7.6%), and Education Instruction & Library (9 | 7.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Maxwell

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Maxwell, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), and Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Business & Financial (100.0%), and Community & Social Service (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Maxwell
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Total (Category)7 (14.0%)43 (86.0%)
Total (Overall)57 (47.9%)62 (52.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Maxwell are Food Preparation & Serving (13 | 10.9%), Security & Protection (6 | 5.0%), Law Enforcement (5 | 4.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (4 | 3.4%), and Healthcare Support (2 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Maxwell

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Maxwell, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (50.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Maxwell
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Security & Protection6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance2 (50.0%)2 (50.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)21 (84.0%)4 (16.0%)
Total (Overall)57 (47.9%)62 (52.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Maxwell are Sales & Related (6 | 5.0%), and Office & Administration (6 | 5.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Maxwell

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Maxwell
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total (Category)6 (50.0%)6 (50.0%)
Total (Overall)57 (47.9%)62 (52.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Maxwell are Construction & Extraction (15 | 12.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1 | 0.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Maxwell

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Maxwell
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)57 (47.9%)62 (52.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Maxwell are , and Transportation (16 | 13.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Maxwell

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Maxwell
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation7 (43.8%)9 (56.2%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)7 (43.8%)9 (56.2%)
Total (Overall)57 (47.9%)62 (52.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Maxwell

Employment Industries in Maxwell

The major employment industries in Maxwell include Health Care & Social Assistance (30 | 25.2%), Educational Services (22 | 18.5%), Construction (15 | 12.6%), Accommodation & Food Services (14 | 11.8%), and Public Administration (14 | 11.8%).
Employment Industries in Maxwell

Employment Industries by Sex in Maxwell

The Maxwell industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Retail Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Educational Services (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Maxwell
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration5 (35.7%)9 (64.3%)
Total57 (47.9%)62 (52.1%)

Education in Maxwell

School Enrollment in Maxwell

The most common levels of schooling among the 208 students in Maxwell are middle school (63 | 30.3%), high school (61 | 29.3%), and elementary school (54 | 26.0%).
School Enrollment in Maxwell
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten2813.5%
Elementary School5426.0%
Middle School6330.3%
High School6129.3%
College / Undergraduate21.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total208100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Maxwell

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Maxwell
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)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 over2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total208 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Maxwell

Science & technology (11 | 35.5%), psychology (10 | 32.3%), physical & health sciences (7 | 22.6%), and education (3 | 9.7%) are the most common fields of study among 31 individuals in Maxwell who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Maxwell
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences722.6%
Psychology1032.3%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology1135.5%
Business00.0%
Education39.7%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total31100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Maxwell

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Maxwell

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Maxwell are males with 3 vehicles (30, accounting for 45.5%) and females with 3 vehicles (20, making up 48.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Maxwell
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle11 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle9 (13.6%)18 (29.0%)
2 Vehicles9 (13.6%)9 (14.5%)
3 Vehicles30 (45.5%)20 (32.3%)
4 Vehicles7 (10.6%)15 (24.2%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (100.0%)62 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Maxwell

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Maxwell are 25 to 29 minutes (29 commuters, 25.9%), less than 5 minutes (17 commuters, 15.2%), and 90 or more minutes (11 commuters, 9.8%).
Commute Time in Maxwell
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1715.2%
5 to 9 Minutes43.6%
10 to 14 Minutes87.1%
15 to 19 Minutes65.4%
20 to 24 Minutes108.9%
25 to 29 Minutes2925.9%
30 to 34 Minutes108.9%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes108.9%
60 to 89 Minutes76.2%
90 or more Minutes119.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Maxwell

The most common commute times in Maxwell are 25 to 29 minutes (18 commuters, 27.3%) for males and less than 5 minutes (17 commuters, 37.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Maxwell
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)17 (37.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)4 (8.7%)
10 to 14 Minutes8 (12.1%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes4 (6.1%)2 (4.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)10 (21.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes18 (27.3%)11 (23.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes8 (12.1%)2 (4.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes10 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes7 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes11 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Maxwell

The most frequent times of departure to work in Maxwell are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (17, 25.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (18, 39.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Maxwell
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM17 (25.8%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM9 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM6 (9.1%)2 (4.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM12 (18.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM9 (13.6%)18 (39.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM7 (10.6%)15 (32.6%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM2 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)10 (21.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM3 (4.5%)1 (2.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM1 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total66 (100.0%)46 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Maxwell

Occupancy by Ownership in Maxwell

Of the total 140 dwellings in Maxwell, owner-occupied units account for 82 (58.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 58 (41.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Maxwell
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units8258.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units5841.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units140100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Maxwell

Occupancy by Household Size in Maxwell
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3625.7%
2-Person Household5136.4%
3-Person Household1510.7%
4+ Person Household3827.1%
Total Housing Units140100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Maxwell

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Maxwell
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household15 (41.7%)21 (58.3%)
2-Person Household34 (66.7%)17 (33.3%)
3-Person Household3 (20.0%)12 (80.0%)
4+ Person Household30 (78.9%)8 (21.0%)
Total Housing Units82 (58.6%)58 (41.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Maxwell

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Maxwell
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School8 (50.0%)8 (50.0%)
High School Diploma12 (27.3%)32 (72.7%)
College/Associate Degree45 (75.0%)15 (25.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher17 (85.0%)3 (15.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Maxwell

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Maxwell
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years3323.6%
35 to 44 Years2115.0%
45 to 54 Years96.4%
55 to 64 Years3222.9%
65 to 74 Years2417.1%
75 to 84 Years1410.0%
85 Years and Over75.0%
Total140100.0%

Housing Finances in Maxwell

Median Income by Occupancy in Maxwell

Median Income by Occupancy in Maxwell
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied82 (58.6%)$66,250
Renter-Occupied58 (41.4%)$26,667
Average140 (100.0%)$37,813

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Maxwell

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Maxwell
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9995 (6.1%)5 (8.6%)
$15,000 to $19,9992 (2.4%)2 (3.5%)
$20,000 to $24,9996 (7.3%)18 (31.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99917 (20.7%)8 (13.8%)
$35,000 to $49,9993 (3.7%)22 (37.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99919 (23.2%)1 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (8.5%)2 (3.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99916 (19.5%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more7 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total82 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Maxwell

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Maxwell
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30030 (36.6%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49919 (23.2%)29 (50.0%)
$500 to $7996 (7.3%)28 (48.3%)
$800 to $99918 (22.0%)1 (1.7%)
$1,000 to $1,4997 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9992 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total82 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Maxwell

Housing Structures in Maxwell

Housing Structures in Maxwell
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached7352.1%
Single Unit, Attached107.1%
2 Unit Apartments1410.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments42.9%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other3927.9%
Total140100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Maxwell

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Maxwell
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached47 (64.4%)26 (35.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other35 (89.7%)4 (10.3%)
Total82 (58.6%)58 (41.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Maxwell

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Maxwell
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)5 (8.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms3 (3.7%)7 (12.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms36 (43.9%)28 (48.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms39 (47.6%)18 (31.0%)
8 or more Rooms4 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total82 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Maxwell

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Maxwell
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas52 (63.4%)55 (94.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas1 (1.2%)3 (5.2%)
Electricity7 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels22 (26.8%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total82 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Maxwell

Household Vehicle Usage in Maxwell
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)11 (19.0%)
1 Vehicle22 (26.8%)30 (51.7%)
2 Vehicles21 (25.6%)12 (20.7%)
3 or more Vehicles39 (47.6%)5 (8.6%)
Total82 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Maxwell

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Maxwell

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units5329
Median Property Value$61,300$89,500
Median Household Income$44,375$0
Monthly Housing Costs$291$0
Real Estate Taxes$475$2

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Maxwell

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Maxwell
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00024 (45.3%)3 (10.3%)
$50,000 to $99,99927 (50.9%)17 (58.6%)
$100,000 to $299,9992 (3.8%)9 (31.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total53 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Maxwell

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Maxwell
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9999 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99916 (30.2%)4 (13.8%)
$35,000 to $49,9992 (3.8%)1 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99917 (32.1%)1 (3.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)2 (6.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9992 (3.8%)7 (24.1%)
$150,000 or more7 (13.2%)14 (48.3%)
Total53 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Maxwell

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Maxwell
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x36 (67.9%)82,321 (283,865.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x14 (26.4%)23 (79.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)2 (6.9%)
4.0x or more3 (5.7%)2 (6.9%)
Total53 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Maxwell

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Maxwell
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80031 (58.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49910 (18.9%)25 (86.2%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total53 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Maxwell

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Maxwell

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Maxwell
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years153 (75.0%)51 (25.0%)
19 to 25 Years21 (67.7%)10 (32.3%)
26 to 34 Years38 (58.5%)27 (41.5%)
35 to 44 Years20 (71.4%)8 (28.6%)
45 to 54 Years16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years44 (95.7%)2 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total375 (79.3%)98 (20.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Maxwell

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Maxwell
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen153 (75.0%)51 (25.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen21 (67.7%)10 (32.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Maxwell

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Maxwell
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00055 (84.6%)10 (15.4%)
$25,000 to $49,99972 (47.1%)81 (52.9%)
$50,000 to $74,99977 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99946 (86.8%)7 (13.2%)
$100,000 and over125 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Maxwell

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Maxwell
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 624 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years93 (45.6%)95 (46.6%)
19 to 25 Years18 (58.1%)3 (9.7%)
25 to 34 Years25 (38.5%)13 (20.0%)
35 to 44 Years9 (32.1%)20 (71.4%)
45 to 54 Years7 (43.8%)9 (56.2%)
55 to 64 Years28 (60.9%)21 (45.7%)
65 to 74 Years31 (100.0%)10 (32.3%)
75 Years and over28 (100.0%)26 (92.9%)
Total263 (55.6%)197 (41.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Maxwell

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Maxwell
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)20 (18.5%)
18 to 34 Years16 (30.8%)26 (59.1%)
35 to 64 Years31 (58.5%)9 (24.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)13 (68.4%)
75 Years and over7 (63.6%)9 (52.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Maxwell

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Maxwell: <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%)11 (25.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (28.3%)3 (8.1%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (63.6%)3 (17.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Maxwell: <span>Vision 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%)11 (25.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)1 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Maxwell: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)20 (18.5%)
18 to 34 Years16 (30.8%)26 (59.1%)
35 to 64 Years15 (28.3%)8 (21.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (63.6%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Maxwell: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (25.0%)
35 to 64 Years22 (41.5%)9 (24.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)13 (68.4%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (52.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Maxwell: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (25.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)1 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Maxwell

Computing Device Access in Maxwell

Computing Device Access in Maxwell
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop9265.7%
Smartphone10373.6%
Tablet8762.1%
No Computing Device3122.1%
Total140100.0%

Internet Access in Maxwell

Internet Access in Maxwell
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home7654.3%
Cellular Data Only107.1%
Satellite Internet85.7%
No Internet3827.1%
Total140100.0%

Maxwell Summary

Maxwell is a small unincorporated community located in Colfax County, New Mexico. It is situated in the northeastern part of the state, approximately 25 miles east of Raton and about 40 miles south of the Colorado border. The town is located in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and is surrounded by rolling hills and grasslands. The population of Maxwell was estimated to be around 200 people in 2020.

History

Maxwell was founded in 1881 by a group of settlers from Texas. The town was named after a local rancher, William Maxwell, who owned a large ranch in the area. The town quickly grew and by the early 1900s, it had become a bustling community with a post office, a school, a hotel, and several stores.
In the early 1900s, Maxwell was a major stop on the Santa Fe Trail, and the town was a popular destination for travelers. The town also served as a supply center for the surrounding ranches and farms.
In the 1920s, Maxwell was a major center for the cattle industry. The town was home to several large ranches, and the Maxwell Livestock Company was one of the largest in the area.

Geography

Maxwell is located in the northeastern part of New Mexico, in Colfax County. The town is situated in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and is surrounded by rolling hills and grasslands. The town is located at an elevation of 6,400 feet above sea level.
The climate in Maxwell is semi-arid, with hot summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is around 50 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 12 inches.

Economy

The economy of Maxwell is largely based on agriculture and ranching. The town is home to several large ranches, and the Maxwell Livestock Company is one of the largest in the area. The town also has a few small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Maxwell was estimated to be around 200 people. The racial makeup of the town was 95.0% White, 0.5% Native American, 0.5% Asian, and 4.0% from other races. The median household income in Maxwell was $31,250, and the median family income was $37,500. The per capita income in Maxwell was $14,818.
Maxwell is a small, rural community with a close-knit population. The town is home to a variety of people, from ranchers and farmers to small business owners and retirees. The town is known for its friendly atmosphere and welcoming attitude towards newcomers.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Maxwell?
Total Population of Maxwell is 482.
What is the Total Male Population of Maxwell?
Total Male Population of Maxwell is 247.
What is the Total Female Population of Maxwell?
Total Female Population of Maxwell is 235.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Maxwell?
There are 105.11 Males per 100 Females in Maxwell.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Maxwell?
There are 95.14 Females per 100 Males in Maxwell.
What is the Median Population Age in Maxwell?
Median Population Age in Maxwell is 21.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Maxwell
Average Family Size in Maxwell is 4.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Maxwell
Average Household Size in Maxwell is 3.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Maxwell?
Per Capita income in Maxwell is $17,328.
What is the Median Family Income in Maxwell?
Median Family Income in Maxwell is $43,333.
What is the Median Household income in Maxwell?
Median Household Income in Maxwell is $37,813.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Maxwell?
Income or Wage Gap in Maxwell is 12.3%.
Women in Maxwell earn 87.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Maxwell?
Inequality or Gini Index in Maxwell is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Maxwell?
There are 128 People in the Labor Forcein in Maxwell.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Maxwell?
40.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Maxwell.