Dixon, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,551 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,148 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
46 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$362,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$425 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$772 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rio Arriba County
6
Española Urban Area
6
New Mexico
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Rio Arriba County
2
Española Urban Area
2
New Mexico
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 28
Feb 1 6 32
Mar 1 6 39
Apr 1 5 46
May 1 0 55
Jun 1 0 62
Jul 2 0 68
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 1 1 48
Nov 1 3 37
Dec 1 6 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 68% of residents leaning left and 27% leaning right.

Liberal (68%) (27%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 26%
Hillary Clinton 64%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NM State Senate District 5, NM State House District 41, NM
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Schools

Dixon Elementary
1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Velarde Elementary
5 miles, W • 2.3 star
Alcalde Elementary
10 miles, W • 1 star
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Colleges

Northern New Mexico College
16 miles, SW • 1.4 star
St John's College
35 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Presbyterian Espanola Hospital
17 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Los Alamos Medical Center
32 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Santa Fe Municipal Airport
40 miles, SW • 1 star
Durango-La Plata County Airport
123 miles, NW • 1 star
Pueblo Memorial Airport
165 miles, NE • 1 star
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