Paraje, NM

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Paraje Overview

1,362
TOTAL POPULATION
686
MALE POPULATION
676
FEMALE POPULATION
101.48
MALES / 100 FEMALES
98.54
FEMALES / 100 MALES
27.8
MEDIAN AGE
4.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
4.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$11,828
PER CAPITA INCOME
$29,856
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$28,942
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
42.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
57.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
456
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
40.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE

Paraje Area Codes

Race in Paraje

The most populous races in Paraje are Native / Alaskan (1,310 | 96.2%), Hispanic or Latino (47 | 3.5%), and White / Caucasian (42 | 3.1%).
Race in Paraje
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American20.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino473.5%
Native / Alaskan1,31096.2%
White / Caucasian423.1%
Two or more Races80.6%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,362100.0%

Ancestry in Paraje

The most populous ancestries reported in Paraje are Pueblo (1,300 | 95.5%), Sioux (175 | 12.9%), Mexican (39 | 2.9%), Scotch-Irish (26 | 1.9%), and Navajo (10 | 0.7%), together accounting for 113.8% of all Paraje residents.
Ancestry in Paraje
Ancestry# Population% Population
French70.5%
Irish30.2%
Italian60.4%
Mexican392.9%
Navajo100.7%
Pueblo1,30095.5%
Scotch-Irish261.9%
Sioux17512.9%
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Immigrants in Paraje

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

Sex and Age in Paraje

The most populous age groups in Paraje are 25 to 29 Years (136 | 19.8%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (134 | 19.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Paraje
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years41 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Years62 (9.0%)77 (11.4%)
10 to 14 Years40 (5.8%)24 (3.5%)
15 to 19 Years51 (7.4%)134 (19.8%)
20 to 24 Years42 (6.1%)91 (13.5%)
25 to 29 Years136 (19.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years58 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Years28 (4.1%)125 (18.5%)
40 to 44 Years26 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)59 (8.7%)
50 to 54 Years38 (5.5%)64 (9.5%)
55 to 59 Years55 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years29 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 69 Years23 (3.4%)43 (6.4%)
70 to 74 Years46 (6.7%)41 (6.1%)
75 to 79 Years0 (0.0%)6 (0.9%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over11 (1.6%)12 (1.8%)
Total686 (100.0%)676 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Paraje

Median Family Size in Paraje

The median family size in Paraje is 4.76 persons per family, with single male/father families (70 | 26.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 5.37 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (187 | 69.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 4.54 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Paraje
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple12 (4.5%)4.67
Single Male/Father70 (26.0%)5.37
Single Female/Mother187 (69.5%)4.54
Total Families269 (100.0%)4.76

Median Household Size in Paraje

Median Household Size in Paraje
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple12 (4.2%)4.67
Single Male/Father70 (24.3%)5.37
Single Female/Mother187 (64.9%)4.54
Non-family19 (6.6%)-
Total Households288 (100.0%)4.51

Household Size by Marriage Status in Paraje

Out of a total of 288 households in Paraje, 269 (93.4%) are family households, while 19 (6.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 71, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 19.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Paraje
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-19 (6.6%)
2-Person Households71 (24.6%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Households71 (24.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households36 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households60 (20.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households31 (10.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total269 (93.4%)19 (6.6%)

Female Fertility in Paraje

Fertility by Age in Paraje

Female Fertility by Age in Paraje
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 Paraje

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Paraje
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 Paraje

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Paraje
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 Paraje

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Paraje
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 Paraje

Income Overview in Paraje

Per Capita Income in Paraje is $11,828, while median incomes of families and households are $29,856 and $28,942 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,362$11,828
Median Family Income269$29,856
Mean Family Income269$41,836
Median Household Income288$28,942
Mean Household Income288$39,380
Income Deficit269$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,36242.61%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,36257.39¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,3620.42

Earnings by Sex in Paraje

Average Earnings in Paraje are $25,313, $28,185 for men and $16,174 for women, a difference of 42.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Paraje
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male283 (62.1%)$28,185
Female173 (37.9%)$16,174
Total456 (100.0%)$25,313

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Paraje

The most common earnings brackets in Paraje are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (98 | 34.6%) and $7,500 to $9,999 for women (50 | 28.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Paraje
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less23 (8.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9993 (1.1%)50 (28.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)21 (12.1%)
$15,000 to $17,49948 (17.0%)33 (19.1%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)31 (17.9%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)12 (6.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99998 (34.6%)26 (15.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99916 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99912 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99933 (11.7%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99950 (17.7%)0 (0.0%)
$65,000 to $74,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total283 (100.0%)173 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Paraje

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Paraje
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$53,295$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$36,250$19,435

Family Income in Paraje

Family Income Brackets in Paraje

According to the Paraje family income data, there are 67 families falling into the $15,000 to $24,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Paraje
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,9994316.0%
$15,000 to $24,9996724.9%
$25,000 to $34,9996423.8%
$35,000 to $49,9993011.2%
$50,000 to $74,999228.2%
$75,000 to $99,999124.5%
$100,000 to $149,9993111.5%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Paraje

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Paraje
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families71 (26.4%)$0
3-Person Families71 (26.4%)$0
4-Person Families36 (13.4%)$0
5-Person Families60 (22.3%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families31 (11.5%)$0
Total269 (100.0%)$29,856

Family Income by Number of Earners in Paraje

Family Income by Number of Earners in Paraje
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners81 (30.1%)$0
1 Earner109 (40.5%)$30,493
2 Earners48 (17.8%)$0
3+ Earners31 (11.5%)$0
Total269 (100.0%)$29,856

Household Income in Paraje

Household Income Brackets in Paraje

With 67 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Paraje, accounting for 23.3% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Paraje
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000196.6%
$10,000 to $14,9994314.9%
$15,000 to $24,9996723.3%
$25,000 to $34,9996422.2%
$35,000 to $49,9993010.4%
$50,000 to $74,999227.6%
$75,000 to $99,999124.2%
$100,000 to $149,9993110.8%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+00.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Paraje

The median household income in Paraje is $28,942, with the highest median household income of $30,341 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 160 households (55.6%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Paraje
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years64 (22.2%)$24,605
45 to 64 Years160 (55.6%)$30,341
65+ Years64 (22.2%)$0
Total288 (100.0%)$28,942

Poverty in Paraje

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Paraje

With 45.8% poverty level for males and 65.2% for females among the residents of Paraje, 12 to 14 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 40 males (100.0%) and 77 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Paraje
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)77 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years51 (100.0%)17 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)113 (54.3%)
25 to 34 Years98 (50.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years28 (51.8%)125 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years38 (100.0%)55 (47.4%)
55 to 64 Years44 (57.1%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)40 (52.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total299 (45.8%)427 (65.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Paraje

According to the poverty statistics in Paraje, 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 Paraje
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years42 (100.0%)95 (45.7%)
25 to 34 Years96 (49.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years26 (48.1%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)61 (52.6%)
55 to 64 Years33 (42.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years43 (100.0%)36 (47.4%)
75 Years and over11 (100.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total354 (54.2%)228 (34.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Paraje

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Paraje
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Paraje

According to the poverty data in Paraje, 62.9% or 44 single-father households and 61.0% or 114 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 64 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Paraje
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children44 (100.0%)50 (54.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)64 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total44 (62.9%)114 (61.0%)

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Paraje
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)94 (69.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)64 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)158 (61.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Paraje

Employment by Class of Employer in Paraje

Among the 456 employed individuals in Paraje, private company employees (263 | 57.7%), federal government employees (135 | 29.6%), and local government employees (33 | 7.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Paraje
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees26357.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)20.4%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations235.0%
Local Government Employees337.2%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees13529.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total456100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Paraje

Employment Status by Age in Paraje
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years101 (54.6%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years75 (56.4%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years50 (36.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years26 (14.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years57 (35.4%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years33 (60.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years56 (36.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total456 (40.8%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Paraje

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Paraje
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma153 (61.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree71 (38.2%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total224 (36.2%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Paraje

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Paraje are Community & Social Service (23 | 5.0%), Education Instruction & Library (23 | 5.0%), Management (10 | 2.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (3 | 0.7%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (3 | 0.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Paraje

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Paraje
OccupationMaleFemale
Management10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)283 (62.1%)173 (37.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Paraje are Food Preparation & Serving (131 | 28.7%), Security & Protection (66 | 14.5%), Firefighting & Prevention (66 | 14.5%), Healthcare Support (45 | 9.9%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (42 | 9.2%).
Services Occupations in Paraje

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Paraje, 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 Food Preparation & Serving (61.8%), and Healthcare Support (26.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Paraje
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support33 (73.3%)12 (26.7%)
Security & Protection66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention66 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving50 (38.2%)81 (61.8%)
Cleaning & Maintenance42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)191 (67.2%)93 (32.8%)
Total (Overall)283 (62.1%)173 (37.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Paraje are , and Sales & Related (89 | 19.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Paraje

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Paraje
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related56 (62.9%)33 (37.1%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)56 (62.9%)33 (37.1%)
Total (Overall)283 (62.1%)173 (37.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Paraje

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Paraje
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)283 (62.1%)173 (37.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Paraje are Transportation (26 | 5.7%), and Production (21 | 4.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Paraje

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Paraje
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)47 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)283 (62.1%)173 (37.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Paraje

Employment Industries in Paraje

The major employment industries in Paraje include Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (132 | 28.9%), Public Administration (106 | 23.3%), Accommodation & Food Services (103 | 22.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (71 | 15.6%), and Educational Services (23 | 5.0%).
Employment Industries in Paraje

Employment Industries by Sex in Paraje

The Paraje industries that see more men than women are Educational Services (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (51.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Public Administration (60.4%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (53.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Paraje
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
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 Services23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance33 (46.5%)38 (53.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services53 (51.5%)50 (48.5%)
Public Administration42 (39.6%)64 (60.4%)
Total283 (62.1%)173 (37.9%)

Education in Paraje

School Enrollment in Paraje

The most common levels of schooling among the 390 students in Paraje are high school (118 | 30.3%), college / undergraduate (89 | 22.8%), and elementary school (78 | 20.0%).
School Enrollment in Paraje
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool235.9%
Kindergarten389.7%
Elementary School7820.0%
Middle School4411.3%
High School11830.3%
College / Undergraduate8922.8%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total390100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Paraje

Out of a total of 390 students who are enrolled in schools in Paraje, 3 (0.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 387 (99.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3 (3.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 139 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Paraje
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old139 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds81 (96.4%)3 (3.6%)
20 to 24 Year Olds58 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total387 (99.2%)3 (0.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Paraje

Arts & humanities (59 | 46.5%), business (44 | 34.6%), and education (24 | 18.9%) are the most common fields of study among 127 individuals in Paraje who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Paraje
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences00.0%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business4434.6%
Education2418.9%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities5946.5%
Total127100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Paraje

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Paraje

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Paraje are males with 2 vehicles (229, accounting for 82.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (126, making up 132.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Paraje
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)26 (15.0%)
1 Vehicle16 (5.8%)21 (12.1%)
2 Vehicles229 (82.4%)126 (72.8%)
3 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 Vehicles33 (11.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total278 (100.0%)173 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Paraje

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Paraje are 10 to 14 minutes (204 commuters, 48.6%), 40 to 44 minutes (82 commuters, 19.5%), and 5 to 9 minutes (71 commuters, 16.9%).
Commute Time in Paraje
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes00.0%
5 to 9 Minutes7116.9%
10 to 14 Minutes20448.6%
15 to 19 Minutes235.5%
20 to 24 Minutes00.0%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes102.4%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes8219.5%
45 to 59 Minutes286.7%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes20.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Paraje

The most common commute times in Paraje are 10 to 14 minutes (140 commuters, 56.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (71 commuters, 41.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Paraje
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)71 (41.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes140 (56.7%)64 (37.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes23 (9.3%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes10 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes56 (22.7%)26 (15.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes16 (6.5%)12 (6.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes2 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Paraje

The most frequent times of departure to work in Paraje are 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (170, 68.8%) for males and 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (50, 28.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Paraje
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM42 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)31 (17.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM2 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)12 (6.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)26 (15.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM33 (13.4%)33 (19.1%)
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 PM0 (0.0%)21 (12.1%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM170 (68.8%)50 (28.9%)
Total247 (100.0%)173 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Paraje

Occupancy by Ownership in Paraje

Of the total 288 dwellings in Paraje, owner-occupied units account for 150 (52.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 138 (47.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Paraje
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units15052.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units13847.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units288100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Paraje

Occupancy by Household Size in Paraje
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household196.6%
2-Person Household7124.6%
3-Person Household7124.6%
4+ Person Household12744.1%
Total Housing Units288100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Paraje

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Paraje
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3-Person Household12 (16.9%)59 (83.1%)
4+ Person Household48 (37.8%)79 (62.2%)
Total Housing Units150 (52.1%)138 (47.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Paraje

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Paraje
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma90 (56.6%)69 (43.4%)
College/Associate Degree60 (85.7%)10 (14.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Paraje

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Paraje
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years00.0%
35 to 44 Years6422.2%
45 to 54 Years11640.3%
55 to 64 Years4415.3%
65 to 74 Years5218.1%
75 to 84 Years00.0%
85 Years and Over124.2%
Total288100.0%

Housing Finances in Paraje

Median Income by Occupancy in Paraje

Median Income by Occupancy in Paraje
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied150 (52.1%)$28,750
Renter-Occupied138 (47.9%)$0
Average288 (100.0%)$28,942

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Paraje

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Paraje
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00019 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99943 (28.7%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)29 (21.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)38 (27.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99964 (42.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)30 (21.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99912 (8.0%)10 (7.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)31 (22.5%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total150 (100.0%)138 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Paraje

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Paraje
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300116 (77.3%)90 (65.2%)
$300 to $49912 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49922 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,9990 (0.0%)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%)
Total150 (100.0%)138 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Paraje

Housing Structures in Paraje

Housing Structures in Paraje
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached26692.4%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other227.6%
Total288100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Paraje

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Paraje
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached128 (48.1%)138 (51.9%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)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 / Other22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total150 (52.1%)138 (47.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Paraje

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Paraje
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms19 (12.7%)38 (27.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms89 (59.3%)39 (28.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms42 (28.0%)30 (21.7%)
8 or more Rooms0 (0.0%)31 (22.5%)
Total150 (100.0%)138 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Paraje

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Paraje
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas75 (50.0%)100 (72.5%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas56 (37.3%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels19 (12.7%)38 (27.5%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total150 (100.0%)138 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Paraje

Household Vehicle Usage in Paraje
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle48 (32.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle37 (24.7%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles53 (35.3%)138 (100.0%)
3 or more Vehicles12 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total150 (100.0%)138 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Paraje

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Paraje

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units12822
Median Property Value--
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$145$0
Real Estate Taxes--

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Paraje

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Paraje
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000100 (78.1%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99928 (21.9%)0 (0.0%)
$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%)
Total128 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Paraje

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Paraje
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00019 (14.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99943 (33.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99942 (32.8%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99912 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99912 (9.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total128 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Paraje

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Paraje
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x112 (87.5%)0 (0.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
4.0x or more16 (12.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total128 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Paraje

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Paraje
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total128 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Paraje

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Paraje

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Paraje
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years332 (91.0%)33 (9.0%)
19 to 25 Years91 (49.7%)92 (50.3%)
26 to 34 Years144 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years136 (76.0%)43 (24.0%)
45 to 54 Years116 (75.3%)38 (24.7%)
55 to 64 Years55 (71.4%)22 (28.6%)
65 to 74 Years119 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,080 (82.6%)228 (17.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Paraje

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Paraje
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen332 (91.0%)33 (9.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen91 (49.7%)92 (50.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Paraje

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Paraje
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000397 (86.9%)60 (13.1%)
$25,000 to $49,999363 (89.4%)43 (10.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999128 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99956 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over128 (50.6%)125 (49.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Paraje

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Paraje
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 664 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years290 (79.4%)42 (11.5%)
19 to 25 Years58 (31.7%)33 (18.0%)
25 to 34 Years144 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years126 (70.4%)10 (5.6%)
45 to 54 Years85 (55.2%)57 (37.0%)
55 to 64 Years55 (71.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years95 (79.8%)47 (39.5%)
75 Years and over23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total940 (71.9%)189 (14.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Paraje

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Paraje
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years20 (13.1%)38 (32.2%)
18 to 34 Years86 (36.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)59 (24.5%)
65 to 74 Years43 (100.0%)12 (15.8%)
75 Years and over11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Paraje

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Paraje: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years20 (13.1%)38 (32.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years23 (53.5%)12 (15.8%)
75 Years and over11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Paraje: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years20 (13.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Paraje: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years20 (13.1%)38 (32.2%)
18 to 34 Years86 (36.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)59 (24.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Paraje: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years20 (13.1%)38 (32.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Paraje: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years20 (13.1%)38 (32.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years23 (53.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Paraje

Computing Device Access in Paraje

Computing Device Access in Paraje
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop14550.3%
Smartphone17861.8%
Tablet10034.7%
No Computing Device4114.2%
Total288100.0%

Internet Access in Paraje

Internet Access in Paraje
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home6924.0%
Cellular Data Only6622.9%
Satellite Internet00.0%
No Internet15353.1%
Total288100.0%

Paraje Summary

Paraje is a small unincorporated community located in the state of New Mexico, United States. It is situated in the northern part of the state, in the county of San Miguel. The population of Paraje was estimated to be around 1,000 people in the year 2000.

History

Paraje was first established in the late 1800s as a small farming community. The area was originally inhabited by the Pueblo Indians, who had been living in the area for centuries. The first settlers to the area were Spanish settlers, who were attracted to the area due to its fertile soil and abundant water sources. The settlers began to cultivate the land and build homes, and the community of Paraje was born.
In the early 1900s, the population of Paraje began to grow as more settlers moved to the area. The town was officially incorporated in 1912, and the first mayor was elected in 1914. The town continued to grow and develop over the years, and by the year 2000, the population had grown to around 1,000 people.

Geography

Paraje is located in the northern part of New Mexico, in the county of San Miguel. The town is situated in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and is surrounded by rolling hills and valleys. The town is located at an elevation of 6,000 feet, and the climate is semi-arid. The average annual temperature is around 50 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 10 inches.

Economy

The economy of Paraje is largely based on agriculture. The town is home to several farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, wheat, and alfalfa. The town also has a few small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a few restaurants.

Demographics

As of the year 2000, the population of Paraje was estimated to be around 1,000 people. The majority of the population is of Hispanic or Latino descent, and the median household income is around $30,000. The town is served by the San Miguel County School District, and the town has one elementary school and one high school.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Paraje?
Total Population of Paraje is 1,362.
What is the Total Male Population of Paraje?
Total Male Population of Paraje is 686.
What is the Total Female Population of Paraje?
Total Female Population of Paraje is 676.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Paraje?
There are 101.48 Males per 100 Females in Paraje.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Paraje?
There are 98.54 Females per 100 Males in Paraje.
What is the Median Population Age in Paraje?
Median Population Age in Paraje is 27.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Paraje
Average Family Size in Paraje is 4.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Paraje
Average Household Size in Paraje is 4.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Paraje?
Per Capita income in Paraje is $11,828.
What is the Median Family Income in Paraje?
Median Family Income in Paraje is $29,856.
What is the Median Household income in Paraje?
Median Household Income in Paraje is $28,942.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Paraje?
Income or Wage Gap in Paraje is 42.6%.
Women in Paraje earn 57.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Paraje?
Inequality or Gini Index in Paraje is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Paraje?
There are 456 People in the Labor Forcein in Paraje.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Paraje?
40.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Paraje.