La Joya, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
139 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,396 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
36.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$172,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$467 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$522 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Socorro County
7
New Mexico
6
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Socorro County
7
New Mexico
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 2 36
Feb 0 1 40
Mar 0 0 46
Apr 0 0 54
May 1 0 62
Jun 1 0 71
Jul 2 0 74
Aug 2 0 72
Sep 2 0 66
Oct 1 0 55
Nov 1 0 44
Dec 1 3 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 11%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NM State Senate District 29, NM State House District 49, NM
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Schools

La Promesa Elementary
8 miles, NE • 1 star
Midway Elementary
12 miles, SW • 2.8 star
R Sarracino Middle
18 miles, SW • 1 star
Gil Sanchez Elementary
19 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Central New Mexico Community College
52 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Brookline College-Albuquerque
52 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Presbyterian Hospital
52 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Santa Fe Municipal Airport
98 miles, NE • 1 star
Roswell Air Center
151 miles, SE • 1 star
El Paso International Airport
177 miles, S • 1.9 star
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