La Jara, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
163 332.4M (US)
Median Age
71.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,352 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
38.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
7 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$140,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$421 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,164 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sandoval County
4
Albuquerque 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

Sandoval County
4
Albuquerque Metro Area
8
New Mexico
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 31
Feb 1 4 36
Mar 1 4 42
Apr 1 1 50
May 1 0 59
Jun 1 0 68
Jul 2 0 72
Aug 2 0 70
Sep 2 0 64
Oct 1 1 52
Nov 1 3 40
Dec 1 6 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 71% of residents leaning left and 24% leaning right.

Liberal (71%) (24%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 26%
Hillary Clinton 64%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NM State Senate District 22, NM State House District 41, NM
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Schools

Cuba Elementary
5 miles, SW • 1 star
Cuba Middle
5 miles, SW • 1 star
Cuba High
5 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Coronado High
11 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Northern New Mexico College
48 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Los Alamos Medical Center
38 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Presbyterian Espanola Hospital
48 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Santa Fe Municipal Airport
58 miles, SE • 1 star
Durango-La Plata County Airport
85 miles, N • 1 star
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