Ventura, NM
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
3/10
local_library
Schools
1/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
3/10
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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- 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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- 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
826
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
8.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$24,342
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
36.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$77,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$404
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$577
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Luna County
7
Deming Urban 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
Luna County
8
Deming Urban Area
8
New Mexico
6
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 1 | 43 |
| Feb | 1 | 0 | 47 |
| Mar | 0 | 0 | 53 |
| Apr | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| May | 0 | 0 | 69 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 78 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 81 |
| Aug | 2 | 0 | 79 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 73 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Nov | 1 | 0 | 50 |
| Dec | 1 | 1 | 42 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.
Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 59%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, NM State Senate District 35, NM State House District 32, NMSchools
Early College High School
4 miles, NW
Chaparral Elementary
4 miles, NW
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1
Bell Elementary
4 miles, NW
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1
Deming High
5 miles, NW
•
1.9
Colleges
Western New Mexico University
51 miles, N
•
1.4
New Mexico State University-Main Campus
54 miles, E
•
1.9
Glitz School of Cosmetology
55 miles, E
Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine
55 miles, E
Hospitals
Mimbres Memorial Hospital
5 miles, NW
•
2.3
Gila Regional Medical Center
51 miles, N
•
4.1
Bhc Mesilla Valley Hospital, Llc
54 miles, E
Memorial Medical Center
56 miles, E
•
2.3
Airports
El Paso International Airport
82 miles, SE
•
1.9
Tucson International Airport
191 miles, W
•
2.3
Roswell Air Center
197 miles, E
•
1
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport
203 miles, NE
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2.8