La Plata, NM
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
3/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
2,185
332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
19.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$54,801
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$187,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$339
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$831
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 31 |
| Feb | 1 | 3 | 36 |
| Mar | 1 | 1 | 43 |
| Apr | 1 | 1 | 51 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 0 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 76 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 1 | 1 | 41 |
| Dec | 1 | 3 | 31 |
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%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 64%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, NM State Senate District 3, NM State House District 1, NMSchools
Piedra Vista High
8 miles, S
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2.8
Country Club Elementary
9 miles, S
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2.8
San Juan College High School
9 miles, S
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4.1
Farmington Preschool Academy East
9 miles, S
Colleges
San Juan College
9 miles, S
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1.4
Fort Lewis College
32 miles, NE
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1.9
Dine College
70 miles, W
•
1
Navajo Technical University
84 miles, S
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1
Hospitals
San Juan Regional Medical Center
12 miles, SW
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3.2
Northern Navajo Medical Center
28 miles, W
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2.3
Animas Surgical Hospital, Llc
30 miles, NE
Mercy Regional Medical Center
31 miles, NE
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5
Airports
Durango-La Plata County Airport
30 miles, E
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1
Montrose Regional Airport
113 miles, NE
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1
Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport
133 miles, NE
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1
Santa Fe Municipal Airport
147 miles, SE
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1