Peñasco, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
613 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$38,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$219,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$438 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$575 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Taos County
3
Taos Urban Area
3
New Mexico
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Taos County
4
Taos Urban Area
4
New Mexico
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 28
Feb 1 9 32
Mar 1 9 39
Apr 1 6 46
May 1 1 55
Jun 2 0 63
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 1 2 49
Nov 1 5 37
Dec 1 9 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 86% of residents leaning left and 8% leaning right.

Liberal (87%) (8%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 5%
Hillary Clinton 83%
Other 12%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NM State Senate District 6, NM State House District 42, NM
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Schools

Penasco High
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
Penasco Elementary
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Penasco Middle
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
Apostolic Praise Christian Academy
10 miles, NW • 5 star
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Colleges

University of New Mexico-Taos Campus
12 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Northern New Mexico College
25 miles, W • 1.4 star
St John's College
37 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Presbyterian Espanola Hospital
25 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Santa Fe Municipal Airport
44 miles, SW • 1 star
Durango-La Plata County Airport
133 miles, NW • 1 star
Pueblo Memorial Airport
160 miles, NE • 1 star
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