Picacho Hills, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
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
1,995 332.4M (US)
Median Age
67.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
69.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$124,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$438,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$580 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$610 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
91.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Doña Ana County
2
Las Cruces Metro Area
2
New Mexico
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Doña Ana County
4
Las Cruces Metro Area
4
New Mexico
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 1 43
Feb 1 0 47
Mar 0 0 52
Apr 0 0 60
May 0 0 68
Jun 1 0 77
Jul 2 0 80
Aug 2 0 77
Sep 1 0 73
Oct 1 0 61
Nov 1 0 49
Dec 1 1 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 56%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NM State Senate District 35, NM State House District 36, NM
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Schools

Fairacres Elementary
2 miles, SE • 1 star
Picacho Middle
4 miles, SE • 1 star
Mayfield High
4 miles, E • 2.3 star
East Picacho Elementary
4 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Memorial Medical Center
8 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

El Paso International Airport
46 miles, S • 1.9 star
Roswell Air Center
152 miles, E • 1 star
Lea County Regional Airport
215 miles, E • 1 star
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