Los Chaves, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 1/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
4,641 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$81,320 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$240,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$524 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$712 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Valencia County
8
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

Valencia County
7
Albuquerque Metro Area
8
New Mexico
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 32
Feb 1 3 36
Mar 1 3 42
Apr 0 1 50
May 1 0 59
Jun 1 0 68
Jul 2 0 71
Aug 2 0 69
Sep 2 0 63
Oct 1 1 52
Nov 1 2 41
Dec 1 6 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NM State Senate District 29, NM State House District 8, NM
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Schools

Dennis Chavez Elementary
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Canon Christian Academy
3 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Tome Elementary
4 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

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

Presbyterian Hospital
25 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Lovelace Medical Center
25 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Santa Fe Municipal Airport
72 miles, NE • 1 star
Roswell Air Center
162 miles, SE • 1 star
Durango-La Plata County Airport
176 miles, N • 1 star
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