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Chama, NM

Full City Profile · New Mexico · Rio Arriba County County

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
748 Population 260/sq mi density
$194,300 Home Value $319,182 Zillow
$529 Median Rent 21.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K
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Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher

Parks & Recreation in Chama (6)

El Vado Lake State Park
State Park
1,850 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve
National Park & Preserve
The tallest dunes in North America are the centerpiece in a diverse landscape of grasslands, wetlands, forests, alpine lakes, and tundra. Stay on a moonless night to experience countless stars in this International Dark Sky Park! Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week year-round. There are no timed entr...
Entrance: $25
Activities: Arts and Culture, Craft Demonstrations, Live Music, Auto and ATV, Auto Off-Roading, Astronomy, Stargazing, Biking, Mountain Biking, Camping, Backcountry Camping, Car or Front Country Camping, Horse Ca...
Weather: Temperatures are relatively cool all year at the park elevation 8000 ft. Conditions are most often calm, but winds can arise, especially in spring and during storm fronts. Daytime temperatures feel wa...
Heron Lake State Park
State Park
5,232 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Navajo Lake State Park
State Park
14,826 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Navajo State Park
State Park
8 acres. Open Access
Entrance: $0
Valles Caldera National Preserve
National Preserve
About 1.2 million years ago, a spectacular volcanic eruption created a 14-mile-wide circular depression in the earth now known as Valles Caldera. The preserve is known for its huge mountain meadows, abundant wildlife, and meandering streams. The area also preserves the homeland of ancestral native p...
Entrance: $25
Activities: Astronomy, Stargazing, Biking, Mountain Biking, Road Biking, Fishing, Freshwater Fishing, Fly Fishing, Food, Picnicking, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Self-Guided Tours - Auto, Hiking, Ba...
Weather: Each season offers a different experience: lush springs, moderate summers, golden falls, and snowy winters. Average temperatures are 22°F (-6 C) in January and 60°F (16 C) in July. Temperature extreme...