Taos, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
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
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
6,468 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
39.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,579 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$432,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$418 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$807 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Taos County
3
Taos Urban Area
3
New Mexico
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Taos County
4
Taos Urban Area
4
New Mexico
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 26
Feb 1 12 30
Mar 1 11 37
Apr 1 7 44
May 1 1 53
Jun 2 0 61
Jul 3 0 66
Aug 3 0 64
Sep 2 0 57
Oct 1 2 47
Nov 1 7 36
Dec 1 11 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 79% of residents leaning left and 15% leaning right.

Liberal (80%) (15%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 12%
Hillary Clinton 77%
Other 11%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, NM State Senate District 6, NM State House District 42, NM
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Schools

Taos High
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Taos Middle
<1 miles, SW • 1 star
Taos Integrated School of Arts
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Northern New Mexico College
39 miles, W • 1.4 star
St John's College
53 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Presbyterian Espanola Hospital
39 miles, W • 4.1 star
Los Alamos Medical Center
54 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Santa Fe Municipal Airport
60 miles, SW • 1 star
Durango-La Plata County Airport
131 miles, NW • 1 star
Pueblo Memorial Airport
144 miles, NE • 1 star
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