Rio Rancho Estates, 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 6/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
1,626 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$90,172 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
45 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$156,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$348 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$967 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.0% 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 34
Feb 1 4 38
Mar 1 4 45
Apr 1 1 53
May 1 0 62
Jun 1 0 71
Jul 2 0 75
Aug 2 0 73
Sep 1 0 66
Oct 1 1 54
Nov 1 3 42
Dec 1 6 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 13%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, NM State Senate District 40, NM State House District 60, NM
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Schools

Colinas Del Norte Elementary
5 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Cielo Azul Elementary
5 miles, E • 1.9 star
Puesta Del Sol Elementary
6 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Lovelace Westside Hospital
9 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Lovelace Women's Hospital
17 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Lovelace Medical Center
17 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Santa Fe Municipal Airport
46 miles, E • 1 star
Durango-La Plata County Airport
138 miles, N • 1 star
Roswell Air Center
189 miles, S • 1 star
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