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Chamita, NM

New Mexico · Rio Arriba County

Chamita is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 829. Residents earn $62,813 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
829 Population 215/sq mi density
$62,813 Median Income $32,652 per capita
$230,700 Home Value $320,034 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
237 Violent Crime/100K 983 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$62,813 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$230,700 home value, $725/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
237 violent crimes/100K (38% below avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $62,813
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $230,700
18% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 237/100K
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

How Chamita Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population829
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density215/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 13%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,813
Per Capita$32,652
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$1,379M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,700
Rent$725
Ownership85.3%
Zillow$320,034
Housing Units401
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

F
Violent237/100K
Property983/100K

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured23.1%
Smoking13.6%
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain11.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation5,732 ft (1,747 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score3.69

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute22 min
Broadband61.3%
EV Stations2
Libraries10

Is Chamita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chamita receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Chamita has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chamita is $62,813, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chamita is $230,700, 18% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Chamita is below the national average at 237 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 983 per 100,000, 50% below the national average.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.7/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Chamita experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Chamita has a population of 829 with a density of 215 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (12.7%), with 5.9% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 36.5% of residents, while 63.5% speak Spanish. 10.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

829
Total Population
215
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Chamita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 36.5%
54% below US avg
Spanish 63.5%
374% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chamita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chamita is $62,813, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,652 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $941, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 859 business establishments, including 65 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Chamita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,813
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,652
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$52,599
Gini Index0.467 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)859
County GDP$1,379M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare72
Retail81
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,640
25% below US avg
Cost of Living92.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Chamita is $230,700, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $320,034, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $927 for a one-bedroom to $1,129 for a two-bedroom apartment. 85.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 401 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $2,640 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 32.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,700
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$320,034

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.3%
Owner-Occupied85.3%
Renter-Occupied14.7%
Housing Units401
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,640
25% below US avg
Effective Rate1.14%
In Chamita, 41.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 30.7% have high blood pressure. 13.6% are current smokers. 13.6% report binge drinking. 30.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.2% report depression. 16.7% experience frequent mental distress. 23.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,009. The dentist ratio is 1:1,335. 49.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Chamita vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.1%
Cancer4.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured23.1%
169% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,009
Dentists1:1,335
Mental Health1:183
Checkup Rate66.5%
Dental Visits53.3%
Premature Death21,299/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access49.7%
Healthcare Facilities72
Chamita has a violent crime rate of 237 per 100,000 residents, 38% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 983 per 100,000, 50% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 13 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Chamita receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Chamita vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent237.3/100K
38% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property982.9/100K
50% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Chamita experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 11.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 5,732 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,732 ft (1,747 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density215/sq mi
Coordinates36.0693°N, 106.0938°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyRio Arriba County County
Nearest AirportSanta Fe Regional (SAF)
32 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 11.1"
71% below US avg
Snowfall 10.7"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.39"

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0470 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score80.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability91.7 / 100
Community Resilience9.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Volcano No Rating
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

186 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 21, 2025.

Aug 10, 2005 20 km S of Weston, Colorado M5.0 149 km
Mar 22, 2004 30 km S of Weston, Colorado M4.4 141 km
Aug 1, 2004 31 km S of Stonewall Gap, Colorado M4.3 126 km
Jul 12, 2021 5 km E of Capulin, New Mexico M4.2 61 km
Jul 29, 2009 32 km NNE of Cimarron, New Mexico M4.1 139 km
Aug 26, 2023 19 km SSW of Weston, Colorado M4.0 145 km
Aug 23, 2016 18 km SSW of Weston, CO M3.9 145 km
Jan 18, 2010 30 km S of Segundo, Colorado M3.8 144 km
May 19, 2019 15 km SSE of Stonewall Gap, Colorado M3.8 145 km
Sep 13, 2003 33 km S of Weston, Colorado M3.8 136 km
Jul 4, 1995 23 km WSW of Springer, New Mexico M3.8 117 km
Sep 10, 2017 14 km SW of Weston, Colorado M3.7 148 km
Jan 7, 2015 27 km S of Sequndo, Colorado M3.7 150 km
Jul 12, 2021 3 km E of Capulin, New Mexico M3.7 64 km
Jul 22, 1990 5 km SE of McIntosh, New Mexico M3.7 137 km
Nov 20, 2009 29 km S of Stonewall Gap, Colorado M3.7 135 km
Jun 4, 2008 8 km ENE of Canjilon, New Mexico M3.7 54 km
Apr 28, 2003 32 km SSW of Weston, Colorado M3.6 136 km
Feb 22, 2015 12 km SW of Weston, Colorado M3.6 149 km
May 27, 2010 14 km SSW of Weston, Colorado M3.6 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

38 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF1.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Sep 13, 1988 EF1 98 km 0
Jun 13, 1982 EF1 95 km 0
Jul 21, 1973 EF1 83 km 0
Apr 15, 1971 EF1 48 km 0
Dec 26, 1966 EF1 24 km 0
Oct 1, 2023 EF0 80 km 0
Jul 23, 2021 EF0 96 km 0
Jul 13, 2021 EF0 83 km 0
Jun 2, 2021 EF0 80 km 0
May 17, 2021 EF0 64 km 0
Aug 9, 2018 EF0 89 km 0
May 21, 2018 EF0 46 km 0
Jul 6, 2017 EF0 76 km 0
May 9, 2017 EF0 48 km 0
Oct 12, 2012 EF0 62 km 0
Jul 24, 2012 EF0 50 km 0
Jul 18, 2009 EF0 97 km 0
Jul 13, 2009 EF0 62 km 0
Aug 17, 2008 EF0 59 km 0
Jun 9, 2007 EF0 70 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: HERMITS PEAK (352,046 ac, 2022).

Year Name Acres Distance
2022 HERMITS PEAK 352,046 65 km
2011 LAS CONCHAS 150,874 37 km
2022 CERRO PELADO 45,620 50 km
2000 CERRO GRANDE 44,279 28 km
2000 VIVEASH 22,468 61 km
2013 THOMPSON RIDGE 21,077 46 km
2006 OJO FELIZ 17,767 87 km
1996 DOME 15,783 42 km
1993 OJO 14,887 93 km
2002 CERRO PELON 13,015 95 km
2002 BORREGO 12,877 28 km
2010 SOUTH FORK 12,585 29 km
2020 LUNA 10,849 68 km
2011 PACHECO 9,790 36 km
2013 JAROSO 9,529 42 km
1996 HONDO 8,258 78 km
2017 BONITA 7,754 57 km
2017 HONDITO 6,949 60 km
2003 CAPULIN 6,155 32 km
2013 TRES LAGUNAS 5,832 54 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 0.5 in
April 49°F (9°C) 0.5 in
May 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in
June 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
July 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 2.1 in Wettest
September 66°F (19°C) 1.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in
November 42°F (5°C) 0.6 in
December 33°F (0°C) 0.5 in

Chamita has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 30°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.1") and February the driest (0.4").

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Chamita is located in Rio Arriba County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 7.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 3.7 out of 10, below typical benchmarks. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 58.6% of the vote, a 19.4-point margin. 61.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 72 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 85.2% of workers drive alone to work, while 3% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.2%
D 58.6%

Winner: Democrat by 19.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score3.69
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density215/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi
CountyRio Arriba County County

Services

Broadband Access61.3%
Avg Download Speed18.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants65
Retail Stores81

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home11.7%
Average costs for common services in Chamita. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $231 ($138–$369)
Specialist Visit $323 ($184–$507)
Urgent Care Visit $184 ($92–$323)
Emergency Room Visit $2,028 ($738–$4,610)
Dental Cleaning $120 ($69–$184)
Dental Filling $231 ($138–$369)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $41 ($23–$69)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $69 ($46–$111)
Brake Pad Replacement $277 ($138–$461)
Tire Rotation $37 ($18–$69)
New Tires (Set of 4) $553 ($369–$922)
Battery Replacement $184 ($92–$323)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $92 ($55–$138)
Electrician (Per Hour) $83 ($46–$129)
HVAC Repair $369 ($138–$738)
HVAC System Install $6,454 ($3,688–$11,064)
Roof Repair $922 ($369–$1,844)
Roof Replacement $8,298 ($5,071–$13,830)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,383 ($461–$3,227)
Divorce (Contested) $13,830 ($4,610–$27,660)
DUI Defense $4,610 ($1,844–$9,220)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,383 ($738–$2,766)
Will Preparation $461 ($184–$922)
Trust Preparation $2,305 ($922–$4,610)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$41)
Women's Haircut $51 ($28–$92)
Hair Coloring (Full) $138 ($69–$231)
Manicure $23 ($14–$41)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour) $74 ($46–$120)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.78 ($2.77–$5.07)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.23 ($2.31–$4.61)
Loaf of Bread $3.50 ($2.31–$5.07)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.15 ($2.77–$5.99)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.07 ($3.69–$6.92)
Rice (per lb) $0.92 ($0.55–$1.66)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $129 ($74–$231)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $65 ($28–$138)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $65 ($37–$111)
Internet (Monthly) $65 ($37–$92)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $60 ($28–$92)
Cable TV (Monthly) $78 ($46–$138)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $184 ($69–$461)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,844 ($1,106–$3,227)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $65 ($28–$120)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.38–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $92 ($28–$231)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$69)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,106 ($553–$2,305)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $922 ($461–$1,844)
After-School Care (Monthly) $369 ($184–$645)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $46 ($23–$92)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $922 ($369–$2,305)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,525 ($4,610–$27,660)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $55 ($28–$92)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $92 ($46–$184)
Dog Grooming $55 ($28–$92)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($18–$69)
Dog Spay/Neuter $277 ($138–$461)
Cat Spay/Neuter $184 ($92–$369)
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Top Industries in Rio Arriba County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,300 209 $63,906 0.98
Retail Trade 1,010 78 $32,605 1.09
Accommodation & Food Services 897 67 $26,287 1.06
Other Services 307 56 $50,625 1.10
Construction 298 78 $68,384 0.61
Administrative & Waste Services 273 32 $72,317 0.50
Transportation & Warehousing 151 14 $52,174 0.38
Manufacturing 123 17 $36,526 0.16
Finance & Insurance 121 32 $52,403 0.32
Professional & Technical Services 119 47 $77,220 0.18
Arts & Entertainment 110 14 $35,976 0.70
Utilities 104 6 $87,036 2.94
Information & Technology 78 20 $45,132 0.45
Agriculture & Forestry 73 20 $44,092 0.97
Educational Services 51 12 $22,842 0.27
Management of Companies 50 5 $69,193 0.32
Wholesale Trade 44 10 $53,098 0.12
Mining & Oil/Gas 40 3 $73,852 1.14
Real Estate 27 13 $47,716 0.19

Radio Stations near Chamita

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KSFR-FM 101.1 "Santa Fe Public Radio" Santa Fe, NM npr, pri AAC+ 128 kbps
KBAC 98.1 Radio Free Santa Fe adult album alternative, alternative / indie AAC 128 kbps
KHFM Classical Public Radio classical music, public radio AAC+ 48 kbps
KSWV classic hits MP3
KSFR public radio AAC+ 128 kbps
KNCE 93.5 True Taos Radio alternative rock, classic rock MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Chamita

16 campgrounds found near Chamita.

NameRatingSitesPrice
AMOLE CANYON GROUP SHELTER 4.8/5 1 $100
El Rito Campground--Group Shelter 4.8/5 1 $75
JACKS CREEK GROUP AREA 4.8/5 2 $100
RIANA - ABIQUIU LAKE 4.8/5 60 $10–$80
Juniper Campground (NM) 4.5/5 50 $20–$50
Panchuela 4.4/5 6 $5
Cochiti Campground 4.3/5 80 $15–$20
SANTA BARBARA CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 21 $30–$80
Black Canyon Campground (Santa Fe National Forest, NM) 4.2/5 36 $20
HOLY GHOST GROUP AREA 4.0/5 1 $100
FIELD TRACT CAMPGROUND 3.8/5 15 Free
Ponderosa Group Campground (NM) 3.7/5 2 $50
TETILLA PEAK 3.6/5 45 $15–$20
Echo Amphitheater 10 $10–$50
Rio Bravo Group Shelter 1 $40
Taos Junction Group Shelter 1 $40

National Parks Near Chamita

14 national parks and monuments found near Chamita.

ParkTypeFee
Bandelier National Monument National Monument $25
Cimarron Canyon State Park State Park Free
Coyote Creek State Park State Park Free
Eagle Nest Lake State Park State Park Free
El Vado Lake State Park State Park Free
Heron Lake State Park State Park Free
Hyde Memorial State Park State Park Free
Manhattan Project National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Morphy Lake State Park State Park Free
Pecos National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Petroglyph National Monument National Monument Free
Storrie Lake State Park State Park Free
Valles Caldera National Preserve National Preserve $25
Villanueva State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Chamita

198+ trails found near Chamita.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
SKY LINE 43.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CONTINENTAL DIVIDE TRAIL 16.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BANCOS LOOP 14.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAS TRAMPAS 11.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SIERRA MOSCA 10.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RIO MEDIO 10.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BORREGO 10.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ESPINOSA 9.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BORREGO 9.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BEATTYS 9.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RIO QUEMADO 9.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MARTINEZ CANYON 9.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APACHE 9.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
EAST FORK 9.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DOCKWEILER 9.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WEST FORK SANTA BARBARA 9.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FRIJOLES CANYON 8.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CENTENNIAL 8.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WINSOR 8.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
JACKS CREEK 8.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PERIMETER 7.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CANONES CR NATIONAL RECREATION 7.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CAMINO REAL 7.5 Yes Yes Yes
WINSOR RIDGE 7.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BALDY 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
QUEMAZON TRAIL 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
YESO 6.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OSHA CANYON 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WINSOR 6.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
COYOTE CANYON 6.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RIO NAMBE 5.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DOME 5.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RIO EN MEDIO 5.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CAPULIN 5.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ST. PETER'S DOME 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PERALTA CANYON 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GLORIETA BALDY 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PALACIO 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALAMO SPRING 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GUAJE RIDGE 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BEARHEAD PEAK 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TRAMPAS LAKE 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PAJARITO NORDIC TRAIL 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LEMITAS 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MEDIO DIA 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HOLY GHOST 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PAJARITO 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CANONCITO 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
ALAMITOS LOOP 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
SODA SPRINGS 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RIO MOLINO 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PALO QUEMADOR 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CAVE CREEK 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MULE TRAIN 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
GHOST TOWN 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
REDONDO PEAK 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
AGUA SARCA 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ENCINO 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VALLECITOS 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEAR MOUNTAIN 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEATTYS 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
NORTH AZUL 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PAJARITO CANYON 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CORRAL CANYON 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
SECO 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEARHEAD RIDGE 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PIEDRA LUMBRE 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TESUQUE CREEK 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WINSOR 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHIMAYOSOS 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PERALTA RIDGE 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GUAJE CONNECTOR 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
VALLE MEDIO 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MADERA 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GUAJE CANYON 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RITO QUEMADO 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CABRA LOOP 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
VALLE 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SEBADILLOSES 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
OJITOS POLVADERA 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
4TH OF JULY 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
JOE VIGIL 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RIM VISTA 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIEJO 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE SPRING 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
SALAZAR 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WINSOR 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PAJARITO NORDIC SKI 2.6 SNOW
NORSKI 2.6 SNOW
NORSKI 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CAMINO REAL 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SADDLEBACK 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CHIHUAHUENOS 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MITCHELL 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ASPEN SPUR 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
CHAMISA 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CANADA GONZALES 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ATALAYA 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SAN LORENZO 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SOUTH LOOP 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RIO NAMBE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SAN LEONARDO 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SECO 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WINSOR 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
JICARITA CREEK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
AGUA SARCA 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RIO NAMBE 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JUAN 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CIENEGA REDONDA 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LARKSPUR 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SCOUT 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PAJARITO NORDIC 1.9 SNOW
CERRO PELADO 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAKE KATHERINE 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WATER CANYON 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SOUTH AZUL 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RECHUELOS 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHUPADEROS SOUTH 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
LAKE JOHNSON 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
GUAJE CANYON 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SAN LEONARDO 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TURKEY SPRING 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CAPULIN 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIGIL LAKE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LOWER NAMBE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VALLE LARGO 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CAPULIN 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PANCHUELA WEST 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MIDDLE FORK SANTA BARBARA 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PECOS RIVER 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RITO PERRO 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RITO AZUL 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
TRAILRIDERS 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RECHUELOS 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BARRANQUENO 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
TSI'PIN 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LOS ALAMOS CANYON 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RENDIJA 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
JACKS CREEK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CUESTA COLORADA 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BEANFIELD RIDGE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
PANCHUELA WEST 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CHUPADEROS SPUR 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
MESA DEL MEDIO 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEAR WALLOW 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
NAMBE LAKE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BORREGO 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BLACK CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TRAMPAS LAKE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GUAJE CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RITO QUEMADO 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CAMINO REAL 0.8 Yes Yes Yes
HIDDEN LAKE SPUR 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CANY 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
WINSOR 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MOGOTE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NEBLINA'S 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VEGA PAZ 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ST. JOHN'S 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RECHUELOS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH EAST FORK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
EAST BALDY 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
UPPER NAMBE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MEADOW LOOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIDDEN LOOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RECHUELOS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BOUNDARY PEAK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PO-SHU-OINGE' 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CANJILON MOUNTAIN 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RECHUELOS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DEAD DOG 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HORSETHIEF 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLUE LOOP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LOST LOOP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WINSOR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CORRAL CANYON CONNECTOR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
STEWART LAKE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VEGAS CAPULIN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RECHUELOS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
EAST FORK BOX 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GREEN LOOP 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WINSOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HARD ATALAYA 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SPUR TRAIL EAST 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RECHUELOS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CAPULIN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RECHUELOS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
COWLES POND 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BOUNDARY PEAK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CENTENNIAL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SALAZAR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CANY CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
ECHO AMPHITHEATER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RECHUELOS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RECHUELOS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAS CONCHAS PICNIC AREA 0.1 ASPHALT Yes
DEAD DOG 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RECHUELOS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Chamita

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LOS ALAMOS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1050 BATHTUB ROW5056626272$248,050
SOUTHWEST SOARING MUSEUM FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM918 HISTORIC US ROUTE 665058329222$74,715
CHIMAYO CULTURAL PRESERVATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION5053510945$44,327
BRADBURY SCIENCE MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM5056674444
BRADBURY SCIENCE MUSEUM LOS ALAMOS NATIONAL LABORATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM15TH AND CENTRAL
GEORGIA O'KEEFFE HOME AND STUDIOHISTORIC PRESERVATIONUS HIGHWAY 845059461098
LIVING TREASURES OF LOS ALAMOSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PAJARITO ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5056620460
POEH CULTURAL CENTER-MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5054553334
POEH MUSEUM PUEBLO OF POJOAQUEGENERAL MUSEUM5054553334
SAN GABRIEL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Chamita

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LOS ALAMOS COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM2400 CENTRAL AVENUE0.0314,612
ESPANOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY313 NORTH PASEO DE ONATE0.091,232
EMBUDO VALLEY LIBRARY & COMMUNITY CENTER217A HWY 75 DIXON0.017,507
P'OE TSAWA COMMUNITY LIBRARY232 POPAY AVENUE0.011,091
SANTA CLARA PUEBLO COMMUNITY LIBRARY1 KEE ST. LOS ALAMOS HWY.0.06,876
PUEBLO DE ABIQUIU LIBRARY & CULTURAL CENTERCOUNTY RD. #187 BUILDING #290.05,638
PUEBLO DE SAN ILDEFONSO LIBRARY1B TUNYO PO0.0785

Farmers Markets in Chamita

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dixon Farmers' Market215 Hwy 7506/11/2014 to 10/15/2014Wed: 8:30 AM-6:30 PM;Visit
Espanola Farmers Market1005 N.Railroad Avenue06/09/2014 to 10/27/2014Mon: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM;YesVisit
Los Alamos Farmers' Market20th & Central05/01/2014 to 10/30/2014Thu: 7:00 AM-12:30 PM;YesVisit
Pueblo of Pojoaque Farmers' & Crafts Market78 Cities of Gold05/28/2014 to 10/22/2014Wed: 11:00 AM-5:00 PM;Visit

Breweries in Chamita

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bathtub Row Brewing Co-opBreweries, Food & Drink163 Central Park Sq5055008381

Ski Resorts Near Chamita

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Taos 113.0 15 3,795 $84 November - April Yes

Cell Towers in Chamita

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1333 N RIVERSIDE DR (108731)LTOWER107
1333 N RIVERSIDE DR (108731)LTOWER107
Nambe Site CUYAMUNGE ARROYOTOWER81
Nambe Site CUYAMUNGE ARROYOTOWER81
(White Rock) WHITE ROCK NMGTOWER60

Amtrak Stations in Chamita

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Los Alamos, NM124 State Highway 4BUS
Los Alamos, NM109 Central Park SquareBUS

Airports Near Chamita

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Santa Fe Municipal AirportSAFMedium Airport
Taos Regional AirportTSMMedium Airport
Ensenada AirportSmall Airport
Grant Besley AirportSmall Airport
Los Alamos AirportLAMSmall Airport
Medanales AirportSmall Airport
Ohkay Owingeh AirportESOSmall Airport
Questa Municipal Nr 2 AirportSmall Airport
Tierra Amarilla / El Vado Lake State Park AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Chamita

8 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Espanola Police Department1316 Calle Adelante
Los Alamos Justice Center2500 Trinity Drive
New Mexico State Police Chimayo SubstationJuan Medina Road
New Mexico State Police District 7 Espanola Substation1410 North Paseo de Oñate
Northern Pueblos Agency193 Eagle Drive
Pojoaque Pueblo Police Department58 Cities of Gold Road
Rio Arriba County Sheriff1122 Industrial Park Road
Santa Clara Tribal Police Department578 Kee Street

Treatment Centers in Chamita

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
El Centro Family HealthSubstance Abuse505-753-7395
El Centro Family Health - Bond Street ClinicSubstance Abuse800-284-7284
Espanola Health Services - South Valley Health ServicesSubstance Abuse505-747-0221
PMS Espanola Family WellnessMental Health505-443-2800
Rio Arriba County Department of - Health and Human ServicesSubstance Abuse505-753-3143
Santa Fe Mountain Center Inc - Harm ReductionBoth505-901-9020

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chamita

What is the population of Chamita?

Chamita has a population of 829 residents and is located in New Mexico. The population density is 215 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Chamita expensive to live in?

Chamita is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.2 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $62,813, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $230,700 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Chamita safe?

Chamita is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 237 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 983 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Chamita receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Chamita?

Chamita has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.1 inches, with 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.

How is the job market in Chamita?

Chamita has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $941. There are 859 business establishments in the area, including 65 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 11.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Chamita?

The median home value in Chamita is $230,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $320,034. For renters, the median monthly rent is $725. Fair market rent is $927 for a 1-bedroom and $1,129 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 85.3%. The average annual property tax is $2,640.

How are the schools in Chamita?

Schools in Chamita have an average test score of 3.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 7.7% of adults in Chamita hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Chamita?

The obesity rate in Chamita is 41.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.6% of adults are smokers. 30.6% are physically inactive. 20.2% of residents report depression. 23.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 49.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,009.

What is transportation like in Chamita?

The average commute in Chamita is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.2% of workers drive alone to work, 3% use public transit, and 11.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Chamita?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Chamita is 12.7% White, 5.9% Hispanic or Latino. 36.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 63.5% speak Spanish. 10.1% of the population are military veterans. 14.7% of residents have a disability. 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

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