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Raton, NM
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Population: 6,082
Home Price: $100,000
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Overview
Raton is a small town in the state of New Mexico with a population of 6,082. Raton has a short summer and cold winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small Town
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(B) Good
Cultural Diversity:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Young Professionals
School Rating:
(F) Poor
Safety Rating:
(B) Good
Public Transport:
(D) Fair
Average Commute:
13.6 minutes
Walkability:
(B) Good
Climate:
Short Summer and Cold Winter
Shopping Mall:
-
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Raton, NM
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Raton
New Mexico
United States
Per Capita Income
$21,939
$28,049
$32,693
Median Household Income
$34,233
$53,812
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
1.3%
7.9%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
18.7%
17.4%
10.5%
Age
Raton
New Mexico
United States
Median Age
44.6
44.7
42.3
Gender
Raton
New Mexico
United States
Male
47.6%
49.6%
49.8%
Female
52.4%
50.4%
50.2%
Race
Raton
New Mexico
United States
White
77.0%
61.9%
80.3%
Black or African American
0.8%
1.0%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
1.9%
16.9%
2.7%
Asian
0.0%
0.5%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.1%
0.2%
Other Race
8.9%
9.8%
2.7%
Multiracial
11.4%
9.9%
5.2%
Housing Information
Raton
New Mexico
United States
Median Home Price
$100,000
$184,937
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$503
$667
$801
Family Households
33.0%
33.0%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
35.3%
35.3%
26.2%
Homeowners
65.9%
79.3%
72.9%
Renters
34.1%
20.7%
27.1%
Education
Raton
New Mexico
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
6.4%
9.5%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
41.7%
41.7%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
23.5%
23.6%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
9.6%
8.9%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
7.6%
12.0%
15.0%
Proficiency
Raton
New Mexico
United States
Mathematics
14.5%
24.1%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
24.5%
33.8%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Raton
New Mexico
United States
Murder
0.0
5.8
3.0
Rape
0.0
23.5
38.0
Robbery
0.0
37.1
40.7
Assault
269.4
420.6
188.5
Property Crime
Raton
New Mexico
United States
Burglary
168.4
509.0
336.1
Theft
656.7
1291.1
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
16.8
190.3
167.1
Arson
NA
20.6
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Raton, NM
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
mouthwatering
hot dog
pizza
beer
hot dogs
cold drinks
food wine
burritos
chili
groc
delicious
bakery
waffles
culinary
mcdonalds
drinks
meal
culinary delights
pool tables
wine
football
high school football
college football
wrestling
gaming
food wine
softball
golf
nba
hoops
olympics
wnba
soccer
coaches
cuny urban studies
cfb
baseball
student #meandmyscooter
basketball
pga
inspired by
oil painting
nature
collection
museum
painting
photography
ceramics
gallery
theatre
artsy
mural
nft
shakespeare
creative
collections
prints
portrait
studios
comics
cosplay
books
gaming
star warstrek
photographer hiker
adventures
techstartup
dd
photography
fishing
hiking
warhammer
camping
collector
memes
hunting
nerdy
bikes
comics
nascar
tv
gaming
corporate
comedy
booking
cable tv
outdoor
drama
host emcee
films
hollywood
lifestyle
sports
unscripted
photography
pool tables
theatre
arts
creative
promotions
summer
outdoor adventure
nature
mountain
mountains
rock climbing
wildlife
biking
winter
aquatic center
sports
photography
fishing
pool tables
pool
hiking
camping
hunting
arts
recreational
home depot
gas station
motel rooms
coffee shop
repair shop
free shipping
packages
walmart
convenience store
amazon
grocery store
bakery
shipping
mcdonalds
depot
dispensaries
culinary delights
upholstery
mattresses
garage sale
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