Socorro, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
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
8,540 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,343 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
13 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$162,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$387 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$532 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Socorro County
7
New Mexico
6
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Socorro County
7
New Mexico
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 2 34
Feb 0 1 38
Mar 0 1 44
Apr 0 0 51
May 1 0 60
Jun 1 0 69
Jul 2 0 72
Aug 2 0 70
Sep 2 0 64
Oct 1 0 53
Nov 1 0 42
Dec 1 3 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 31%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 16%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NM State Senate District 29, NM State House District 38, NM
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Schools

Cottonwood Valley Charter
<1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Socorro High
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Zimmerly Elementary
<1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Parkview Elementary
1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Central New Mexico Community College
72 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Brookline College-Albuquerque
72 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Presbyterian Hospital
73 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Santa Fe Municipal Airport
118 miles, NE • 1 star
Roswell Air Center
146 miles, SE • 1 star
El Paso International Airport
158 miles, S • 1.9 star
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