Shiprock, NM
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
2/10
local_library
Schools
1/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- visibility Safety
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Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
8,339
332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
12.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$41,563
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
66.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$101,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$392
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$505
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.5%
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 Juan County
7
Farmington 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
San Juan County
5
Farmington Metro Area
5
New Mexico
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 3 | 31 |
| Feb | 1 | 2 | 36 |
| Mar | 1 | 1 | 43 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 51 |
| May | 1 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 0 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 1 | 0 | 76 |
| Aug | 1 | 0 | 74 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 1 | 1 | 40 |
| Dec | 1 | 2 | 31 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.
Liberal (60%) (35%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 31%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, NM State Senate District 3, NM State House District 4, NMSchools
Mesa Elementary
<1 miles, NE
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1
Shiprock High
1 miles, SW
•
1.9
Eva B Stokely Elementary
2 miles, SW
•
1.4
Career Prep Alternative
2 miles, SW
•
1
Colleges
San Juan College
29 miles, SE
•
1.4
Dine College
45 miles, SW
•
1
Fort Lewis College
57 miles, E
•
1.9
Navajo Technical University
82 miles, S
•
1
Hospitals
Northern Navajo Medical Center
1 miles, NE
•
2.3
San Juan Regional Medical Center
27 miles, SE
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3.2
Southwest Memorial Hospital
40 miles, NE
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4.1
Animas Surgical Hospital, Llc
56 miles, E
Airports
Durango-La Plata County Airport
58 miles, E
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1
Montrose Regional Airport
127 miles, NE
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1
Canyonlands Field
148 miles, N
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1
Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport
154 miles, NE
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1