Pecos, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,145 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,327 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
42 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$260,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$461 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$579 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.9% 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 Miguel County
5
Las Vegas Urban Area
5
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 Miguel County
3
Las Vegas Urban Area
3
New Mexico
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 32
Feb 1 4 36
Mar 1 4 42
Apr 1 1 48
May 1 0 58
Jun 1 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 2 0 63
Oct 1 1 52
Nov 1 3 39
Dec 1 7 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 69% of residents leaning left and 24% leaning right.

Liberal (70%) (24%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 22%
Hillary Clinton 70%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NM State Senate District 39, NM State House District 70, NM
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Schools

Pecos Elementary
<1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Pecos High
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Pecos Middle
<1 miles, NE • 1 star
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Colleges

St John's College
15 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Santa Fe Community College
18 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Alta Vista Regional Hospital
26 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Santa Fe Municipal Airport
23 miles, NW • 1 star
Durango-La Plata County Airport
159 miles, NW • 1 star
Roswell Air Center
170 miles, S • 1 star
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