Maxwell, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
370 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$36,691 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$77,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$283 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$408 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Colfax County
4
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

Colfax County
5
New Mexico
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 8 29
Feb 1 7 32
Mar 1 8 39
Apr 1 5 47
May 2 1 56
Jun 2 0 64
Jul 2 0 68
Aug 2 0 66
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 1 2 49
Nov 1 5 38
Dec 1 8 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NM State Senate District 8, NM State House District 40, NM
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Schools

Maxwell Middle
<1 miles, SW
Maxwell High
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
Springer High
12 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Trinidad State Junior College
44 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Luna Community College
75 miles, SW • 1.4 star
New Mexico Highlands University
75 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Miners' Colfax Medical Center
23 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Mt San Rafael Hospital
44 miles, NE • 5 star
Alta Vista Regional Hospital
74 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Santa Fe Municipal Airport
107 miles, W • 1 star
Pueblo Memorial Airport
121 miles, NE • 1 star
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