Blanco, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
427 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$214,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$478 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$736 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

San Juan County
7
Farmington Metro Area
7
New Mexico
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

San Juan County
5
Farmington Metro Area
5
New Mexico
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 30
Feb 1 3 35
Mar 1 1 42
Apr 1 2 50
May 1 0 59
Jun 0 0 68
Jul 1 0 74
Aug 1 0 72
Sep 1 0 64
Oct 1 0 52
Nov 1 1 39
Dec 1 3 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NM State Senate District 2, NM State House District 3, NM
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Schools

Blanco Elementary
5 miles, W • 1.4 star
Bloomfield High
12 miles, W • 1.9 star
Naaba Ani Elementary
12 miles, W • 1 star
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Colleges

San Juan College
22 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Fort Lewis College
36 miles, N • 1.9 star
Navajo Technical University
77 miles, SW • 1 star
Dine College
87 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

San Juan Regional Medical Center
25 miles, W • 3.2 star
Mercy Regional Medical Center
33 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Durango-La Plata County Airport
27 miles, NE • 1 star
Montrose Regional Airport
121 miles, N • 1 star
Santa Fe Municipal Airport
123 miles, SE • 1 star
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