Duran, NM
New Mexico · Torrance County · Albuquerque Metro
Duran is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 17.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
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How Duran Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Housing
Health
Climate
Education
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Is Duran a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Duran receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Duran stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Duran experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.8 inches, including 25.7 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Duran vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Duran vs U.S. Average
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Zillow ZHVI | $199,639 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 25.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 100.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 0.0% |
| Housing Units | 108 |
| Median Year Built | 1938 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,533 |
| 28% below US avg |
Health Metrics: Duran vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Cancer | 4.8% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 13.9% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.6% |
| Depression | 21.5% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.6% |
| Short Sleep | 35.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Uninsured | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:15,307 |
| Dentists | 1:5,151 |
| Mental Health | 1:558 |
| Checkup Rate | 65.3% |
| Dental Visits | 55.6% |
| Premature Death | 14,503/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 8.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,220 ft (1,896 m) |
| Area | 4.7 sq mi (12.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4636°N, 105.3807°W |
| Timezone | America/Denver |
| County | Torrance County County |
| Nearest Airport | Sierra Blanca Regional (RUI) 70 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 46.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 88.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 2.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Volcano | Very Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Carrizozo (91 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Carrizozo | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,731 m (5,679 ft) | -3250 | 91 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 1.2 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 1.4 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 0.8 in |
Duran has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 32°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (0.4").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 38.1 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 0.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.54 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro / 250K-1M |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.7 sq mi |
| County | Torrance County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 37.7 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 10.5 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Retail Stores | 42 |
Commute & Transportation
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
Top Industries in Torrance County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Trade | 509 | 43 | $34,873 | 1.61 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 308 | 63 | $35,822 | 0.68 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 234 | 10 | $61,790 | 1.26 |
| Wholesale Trade | 175 | 11 | $50,127 | 1.40 |
| Construction | 138 | 30 | $47,990 | 0.83 |
| Manufacturing | 127 | 14 | $138,968 | 0.49 |
| Other Services | 63 | 16 | $74,918 | 0.66 |
| Information & Technology | 33 | 6 | $45,204 | 0.56 |
| Educational Services | 4 | 6 | $79,463 | 0.06 |
Radio Stations near Duran
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
National Parks Near Duran
5 national parks and monuments found near Duran.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Manzano Mountains State Park | State Park | Free |
| Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument | National Monument | Free |
| Santa Rosa Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sumner Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Villanueva State Park | State Park | Free |
Historical Trends - Duran
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2 | - |
| 2015 | 15 | - |
| 2017 | 11 | - |
| 2019 | 37 | - |
| 2021 | 19 | - |
| 2023 | 17 | - |
Libraries in Duran
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VILLAGE OF CORONA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 481 CORONA MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 5,204 |
Cell Towers in Duran
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| (Duran site) 3600 FT SW OF I/S OF US 54 AND 53 | TOWER | 128 |
| 774 Cemetery St. (169811) | GTOWER | 128 |
Airports Near Duran
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Big Sky Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Estancia Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| High Desert Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| J & M Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lincoln Station Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monte Prieto Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Moriarty Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa Route 66 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vaughn Municipal Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Duran
1 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Vaughn Police Department | 118 8th Street |
Post Offices in Duran
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Duran Post Office |
Frequently Asked Questions About Duran
What is the population of Duran?
Duran has a population of 17 residents and is located in New Mexico. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. The population is 52.9% female and 47.1% male.
Is Duran expensive to live in?
Duran is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.2 / below the baseline of 100.
What is the weather like in Duran?
Duran has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 13.8 inches, with 25.7 inches of snow.
How are the schools in Duran?
Schools in Duran have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 0.0% of adults in Duran hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Duran?
The obesity rate in Duran is 37.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.9% of adults are smokers. 32.6% are physically inactive. 21.5% of residents report depression. 0.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 8.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:15,307.
What are the demographics of Duran?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Duran is 100% White, 52.9% Hispanic or Latino. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 100% speak Spanish. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 0.0% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
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