Encantado, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
140 332.4M (US)
Median Age
68.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
60.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$196,058 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$846,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$708 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$980 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Santa Fe County
4
Santa Fe Metro Area
4
New Mexico
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Santa Fe County
6
Santa Fe Metro Area
6
New Mexico
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 30
Feb 1 7 34
Mar 1 8 40
Apr 1 2 47
May 1 0 56
Jun 1 0 65
Jul 2 0 69
Aug 2 0 67
Sep 2 0 61
Oct 1 2 50
Nov 1 4 39
Dec 1 8 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 74% of residents leaning left and 20% leaning right.

Liberal (74%) (20%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 18%
Hillary Clinton 73%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NM State Senate District 25, NM State House District 46, NM
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Schools

Tesuque Elementary
2 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Carlos Gilbert Elementary
7 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Nm School for the Arts
8 miles, SW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

St John's College
9 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Presbyterian Espanola Hospital
17 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Santa Fe Municipal Airport
16 miles, SW • 1 star
Durango-La Plata County Airport
139 miles, NW • 1 star
Roswell Air Center
189 miles, S • 1 star
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