Ponderosa, 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 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
252 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
38.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,583 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$200,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$409 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$963 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sandoval County
4
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

Sandoval County
4
Albuquerque Metro Area
8
New Mexico
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 31
Feb 1 4 35
Mar 1 4 42
Apr 1 1 49
May 1 0 59
Jun 1 0 68
Jul 2 0 72
Aug 2 0 70
Sep 2 0 63
Oct 1 1 52
Nov 1 3 40
Dec 1 6 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 66% of residents leaning left and 28% leaning right.

Liberal (67%) (28%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 23%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 14%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NM State Senate District 22, NM State House District 43, NM
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Schools

Walatowa Charter High
4 miles, W • 1.9 star
Jemez Valley High
5 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

University of Phoenix-New Mexico
32 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Unm Sandoval Regional Medical Center
24 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Los Alamos Medical Center
24 miles, E • 3.2 star
Lovelace Westside Hospital
31 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Santa Fe Municipal Airport
32 miles, SE • 1 star
Durango-La Plata County Airport
120 miles, N • 1 star
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