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Raton, NM

New Mexico · Colfax County

Raton is a small city in New Mexico with a population of 6,013. Residents earn $52,007 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
6,013 Population 755/sq mi density
$52,007 Median Income $28,643 per capita
$148,200 Home Value $151,873 Zillow
$734 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
269 Violent Crime/100K 842 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$52,007 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,200 home value, $734/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
269 violent crimes/100K (29% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $52,007
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,200
47% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 269/100K
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $734
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
60% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,013
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density755/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,007
Per Capita$28,643
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty19.8%
County GDP$623M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,200
Rent$734
Ownership68.3%
Zillow$151,873
Housing Units3,377
Rent Burden24.2%

Crime

F
Violent269/100K
Property842/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault269/100K
Burglary168/100K

Health

Obesity33.2%
Uninsured19.4%
Smoking14.1%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain15.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation6,558 ft (1,999 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+6.4%
School Score4.60

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute17 min
Broadband77.8%
EV Stations3
Libraries4

Is Raton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Raton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Raton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Raton is $52,007, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Raton is $148,200, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $734 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Raton is below the national average at 269 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 842 per 100,000, 57% below the national average.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Raton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.1 inches, including 25.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Raton has a population of 6,013 with a density of 755 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (64.9%), with 5.3% Hispanic, 1.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 80.8% of residents, while 19.2% speak Spanish. 6.8% of the population are veterans. 24.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,013
Total Population
755
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
8.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Raton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 80.8%
3% above US avg
Spanish 19.2%
43% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Raton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Raton is $52,007, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,643 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $848, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 550 business establishments, including 70 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 2.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Raton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,007
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,643
Avg Weekly Wage$848
IRS Avg AGI$54,385
Gini Index0.417 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
60% above US avg
Establishments (County)550
County GDP$623M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare29
Retail67
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Cost of Living92.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Raton is $148,200, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,873. Monthly rent averages $734 (37% 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. 68.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,377 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1959. The average annual property tax is $3,431. 24.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,200
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,873

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$734
37% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.3%
Owner-Occupied68.3%
Renter-Occupied31.7%
Housing Units3,377
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,431
2% below US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Raton, 33.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 30.7% have high blood pressure. 14.1% are current smokers. 15.3% report binge drinking. 27.6% are physically inactive. 22.8% report depression. 17.1% experience frequent mental distress. 19.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,474. The dentist ratio is 1:2,449. 79.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.8%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Uninsured19.4%
126% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,474
Dentists1:2,449
Mental Health1:98
Checkup Rate66.1%
Dental Visits55.0%
Premature Death13,075/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access79.8%
Healthcare Facilities29
Raton has a violent crime rate of 269 per 100,000 residents, 29% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 269.4 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 842 per 100,000, 57% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 657, burglary at 168, vehicle theft at 17 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 182 federally declared disasters. Overall, Raton receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent269.4/100K
29% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault269.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property841.9/100K
57% below US avg
Burglary168.4/100K
Theft656.7/100K
Vehicle Theft16.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents31
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Raton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°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 15.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 25.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37. The city sits at an elevation of 6,558 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,558 ft (1,999 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.6 km²)
Population Density755/sq mi
Coordinates36.8850°N, 104.4396°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyColfax County County
Nearest AirportTaos Regional (TSM)
75 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.1"
60% below US avg
Snowfall 25.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.03"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.39"

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score58.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability95.1 / 100
Community Resilience35.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

339 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M3.4 on Jun 28, 2025.

Aug 23, 2011 6 km S of Valdez, Colorado M5.3 31 km
Aug 10, 2005 20 km S of Weston, Colorado M5.0 36 km
Aug 22, 2011 9 km SSW of Starkville, Colorado M4.7 19 km
Sep 5, 2001 0 km SE of Cokedale, Colorado M4.5 33 km
Jan 3, 2007 8 km SSW of Weston, Colorado M4.4 45 km
Mar 22, 2004 30 km S of Weston, Colorado M4.4 37 km
Mar 10, 2023 6 km NNE of Segundo, Colorado M4.3 42 km
Aug 1, 2004 31 km S of Stonewall Gap, Colorado M4.3 59 km
Aug 10, 2005 20 km SSW of Segundo, Colorado M4.1 35 km
Jun 19, 2023 Colorado M4.1 48 km
Jul 29, 2009 32 km NNE of Cimarron, New Mexico M4.1 36 km
Aug 26, 2023 19 km SSW of Weston, Colorado M4.0 45 km
Sep 13, 2011 20 km S of Sequndo, Colorado M4.0 27 km
Feb 6, 2016 Colorado M4.0 51 km
Sep 4, 2001 2 km W of Cokedale, Colorado M4.0 34 km
Aug 23, 2011 7 km S of Valdez, Colorado M4.0 29 km
Aug 23, 2016 18 km SSW of Weston, CO M3.9 46 km
Aug 20, 2015 7 km WSW of Weston, Colorado M3.9 49 km
Sep 16, 2011 26 km S of Sequndo, Colorado M3.9 27 km
Mar 10, 2023 5 km N of Sequndo, Colorado M3.9 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

75 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 51 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 29, 1964 EF3 41 km 1
Jul 25, 1996 EF2 61 km 0
Jul 10, 1978 EF2 83 km 0
Jun 6, 2014 EF1 41 km 0
Jun 6, 2014 EF1 30 km 0
Jun 7, 1998 EF1 94 km 0
May 25, 1993 EF1 84 km 0
Aug 17, 1992 EF1 49 km 0
Jun 10, 1983 EF1 62 km 0
Jun 10, 1983 EF1 23 km 0
May 15, 1979 EF1 64 km 0
Jun 1, 1977 EF1 56 km 0
Jun 16, 1965 EF1 22 km 0
Jun 5, 1961 EF1 84 km 0
Jun 17, 2023 EF0 93 km 0
May 28, 2021 EF0 47 km 0
May 28, 2021 EF0 47 km 0
Jul 4, 2020 EF0 62 km 0
Jul 5, 2019 EF0 90 km 0
May 26, 2019 EF0 98 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SPRING CREEK (107,108 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 SPRING CREEK 107,108 96 km
2002 PONIL COMPLEX 89,084 59 km
2022 COOKS PEAK 61,195 83 km
2008 BRIDGER 46,612 96 km
2006 GLADSTONE 44,125 98 km
2011 BEAR SPRINGS CALLIE MARIE 36,863 90 km
2018 UTE PARK 30,177 65 km
2011 TRACK 28,893 11 km
2006 CASA 27,452 67 km
2002 SPRING 24,044 50 km
2005 GLADSTONE 16,794 72 km
2006 RIVERA MESA 16,412 82 km
1996 FARLEY 10,456 72 km
2013 EAST PEAK 10,082 72 km
2006 LEVI 9,491 93 km
1988 UNNAMED 8,454 68 km
2006 FERGUSON 8,226 98 km
2002 JAMES AND JOHN 7,190 21 km
2006 UNION 7,051 83 km
2011 BEAR 6,585 24 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 32°F (-0°C) 0.4 in
March 37°F (3°C) 0.6 in
April 43°F (6°C) 0.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
July 68°F (20°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in
September 59°F (15°C) 1.4 in
October 49°F (9°C) 0.8 in
November 38°F (3°C) 0.6 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Raton has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 30°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 15.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and January the driest (0.4").

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Raton is located in Colfax County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 18.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 44% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 55.9% of the vote, a 14-point margin. 77.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 29 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 41.9%

Winner: Republican by 14 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents31
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+6.4%
School Test Score4.60
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density755/sq mi
Total Area8.0 sq mi
CountyColfax County County

Services

Broadband Access77.8%
Avg Download Speed20.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed8.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants70
Retail Stores67

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%
Average costs for common services in Raton. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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 Colfax County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 1,330 61 $30,725 3.41
Retail Trade 528 66 $34,137 1.23
Manufacturing 135 12 $48,939 0.38
Construction 131 44 $42,564 0.58
Professional & Technical Services 94 48 $58,249 0.32
Other Services 93 26 $37,990 0.72
Finance & Insurance 69 16 $50,929 0.40
Wholesale Trade 67 12 $50,347 0.40
Transportation & Warehousing 65 5 $47,082 0.36
Real Estate 49 18 $51,920 0.74
Utilities 33 6 $79,260 2.02
Arts & Entertainment 13 5 $14,573 0.18
Information & Technology 11 10 $36,159 0.14

Hospitals in Raton

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
MINERS' COLFAX MEDICAL CENTER Critical Access Hospitals Yes (575) 445-3661

Schools in Raton

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
RATON HIGH High 359 25 14.4:1
LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY Elementary 251 19 13.2:1
RATON INTERMEDIATE Elementary 234 20 11.7:1
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Radio Stations near Raton

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Raton

11 national parks and monuments found near Raton.

ParkTypeFee
Capulin Volcano National Monument National Monument $20
Chicosa Lake State Park State Park Free
Cimarron Canyon State Park State Park Free
Coyote Creek State Park State Park Free
Eagle Nest Lake State Park State Park Free
Fort Union National Monument National Monument Free
Lathrop State Park State Park Free
Morphy Lake State Park State Park Free
Sugarite Canyon State Park State Park Free
Trinidad Lake State Park State Park Free
Trinidad Lake State Park State Park Free

Museums in Raton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
RATON MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM108 S 2ND ST5054458979$89,360
FRANK BROWNELL MUSEUM OF THE SOUTHWESTART MUSEUM34025 HWY 64 WEST5754553615

Libraries in Raton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ARTHUR JOHNSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY244 COOK AVENUE0.032,942

Farmers Markets in Raton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
First Street Market100 S. First Street07/05/2014 to 09/27/2014Sat: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM;Visit

Hotels in Raton

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Plus
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham
Quality Inn
Travelodge

Restaurants in Raton

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alfonso's Mexican Food
Candelarios
Casa Lemus Restaurant
Denny's
El Matador
Icehouse
K-Bob's Steakhouse
Los Chanquis Mexican & Seafood
Pappa's Sweet Shop

Cafes in Raton

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

111 Park Espresso Bar & Cafe
Sage Coffee

Cinemas in Raton

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Raton Theatre

Theatres in Raton

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shuler

Monuments in Raton

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

New Mexico / Colorado state line

Dentists in Raton

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nazeri Family Dentistry

Veterinaries in Raton

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Raton Veterinary Hospital

Train Stations in Raton

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Raton

Gas Stations in Raton

10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alta
Alta
Chevron
Conoco
Conoco
Cross Roads
Diamond Shamrock
Loaf 'N Jug
Shell
Shell

Banks in Raton

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

First National Bank
FNB Raton
InBank
InBank
WaFd Bank
Wells Fargo

Golf Courses in Raton

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Raton Golf & Country Club

Nursing Homes in Raton

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
MINERS COLFAX MEDICAL CENTER
900 SOUTH 6TH STREET
Government - State 37 28 5/5 4/5 5/5 5754454513
RATON NURSING AND REHAB CENTER
1660 HOSPITAL DRIVE
For profit - Partnership 80 37 2/5 4/5 1/5 5754452734

Pharmacies in Raton

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
TKM CORPORATION 1275 S 2ND ST 575-445-0075
TURQUOISE, LTD 955 S 2ND ST 505-445-3131

EV Charging Stations in Raton

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Raton Multi-Modal Facility101 N 2nd StBlink Network4J1772public

Cell Towers in Raton

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
MILE MARKER 460 (36135)LTOWER61
(Raton II) 6600' FROM THE I/S OF SR 64 & INTERSTATE 25GTOWER58
155 SOUTHWELL MOUNTAIN ROAD (155575)LTOWER37

Fire Stations in Raton

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Farley Fire DepartmentHC 62 Box 44Volunteer505-375-2652

Power Plants Near Raton

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
RATONNOT AVAILABLENOT AVAILABLE-104.4NOT AVAILABLE

Bridges in Raton

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19938411,444G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196014010,918F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196014010,918F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19938410,176G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19693906,323F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19693906,323F
CulvertConcrete1969396,323G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19591936,295F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19933005,938F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20122314,788F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20122294,788F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19591934,687F
CulvertConcrete1950234,325G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20121923,571F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19592383,571F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19592383,571F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20081913,571G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20081193,571G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20121923,571F
CulvertConcrete1965333,571F
CulvertConcrete1966493,571F
Arch (Deck)Masonry1933302,043F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19602012,043F
CulvertConcrete1962321,838G
CulvertConcrete1993291,461G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1960222701F
CulvertConcrete199532701G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1969302650F
CulvertConcrete195135650G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1998216650G
CulvertConcrete195126650G
SlabConcrete continuous1980139587F
CulvertConcrete198033587G
CulvertSteel198527587G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1959212276F
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron202068141G
CulvertConcrete198638129G
Truss (Thru)Steel194051129P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1980223128F
Channel BeamConcrete197327128F
Channel BeamConcrete1954101128F
Channel BeamConcrete1954127128F
Channel BeamConcrete1954101128F
CulvertConcrete193426128F
CulvertConcrete193426128F
CulvertConcrete193432128F
OtherSteel199590125F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194050125F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete202210077G
Channel BeamConcrete19745123F

Correctional Facilities in Raton

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
COLFAX COUNTY VIGIL-MALDONADO DETENTION CENTER444 HEREFORD STREETCOUNTY-99942OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Raton

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Raton, NM201 South First StreetTRAIN

Airports Near Raton

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cuchara Valley At La Veta AirportSmall Airport
Jecan AirportSmall Airport
Mora Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Perry Stokes AirportTADSmall Airport
Piñon Canyon AirportSmall Airport
Raton Municipal Airport / Crews FieldRTNSmall Airport
Spring Canyon AirportSmall Airport
Springer Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Stetler AirportSmall Airport
Tercio Ranch AirstripSmall Airport

Police Stations in Raton

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Colfax County District Court and Sheriff's Office1413 South 2nd Street
Raton Police Department224 Savage Avenue

Grocery Stores in Raton

13 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
87 ChevronConvenience Store711 Clayton Rd
Alta 6251Convenience Store412 Clayton Rd
Alta 6252Convenience Store1035 S 2nd St
Alta 6253Convenience Store245 E 8th St
Crossroads 3 03Convenience Store855 Clayton Rd
Crossroads 5 05Convenience Store421 S 2nd St
DOLLAR GENERAL 6302Other1101 S 2nd St
Family Dollar 2889Other1249 S 2nd St
High Country MeatsSpecialty Store340 Colfax Ave
LOAF'N JUG 27Convenience Store1262 S 2nd St
LOWE'S SUPER SAVE #53 53Super Store1265 S 2nd St
Maverik Inc 793Convenience Store1651 S 2nd St
Ramel Family Farms LlcSpecialty Store132 S 1st St

Post Offices in Raton

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hebron Post Office
United States Post Office245 Park Avenue

DOL Wage Violations in Raton

6 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $14,895 in back wages owed to 34 employees.

6
Violations
$14,895
Back Wages Owed
34
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Knight's Auto Parts 87740 1 $5,100 $1,700 3
Casa Lemus Inn & Restaurant 87740 2 $3,919 $356 11
Citizens for the Developmentally Disabled Inc 87740 1 $3,047 $609 5
Super 8 87740 1 $2,477 $225 11
Family Dollar Dollar Tree Inc 87740 1 $270 $270 1
McDonald's- Raton, NM McDonalds Corporation 87740 1 $81 $27 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Raton

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 825
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF AMERICA 1416 ST RITA444 HILL ST
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE100 E 7TH ST
FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER219 KEARNEY AVE
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF RATON NM236 S 3RD ST
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH1501 TIGER CIR
MESA CHURCH917 S 2ND ST
RATON CHURCH OF CHRIST INC1101 BRILLIANT ST
THE LIGHTHOUSE1800 HOSPITAL DR

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UFO Sightings
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Historic Markers
2
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
2
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Bigfoot Sightings
1
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Haunted Places
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Frequently Asked Questions About Raton

What is the population of Raton?

Raton has a population of 6,013 residents and is located in New Mexico. The population density is 755 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Raton expensive to live in?

Raton 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 $52,007, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,200 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $734 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Raton safe?

Raton is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 269 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 842 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Raton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Raton?

Raton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.1 inches, with 25.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.

How is the job market in Raton?

The job market in Raton is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 550 business establishments in the area, including 70 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 2.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Raton?

The median home value in Raton is $148,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,873. For renters, the median monthly rent is $734. Fair market rent is $927 for a 1-bedroom and $1,129 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 68.3%. The average annual property tax is $3,431.

How are the schools in Raton?

Schools in Raton have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 18.8% of adults in Raton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Raton?

The obesity rate in Raton is 33.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.1% of adults are smokers. 27.6% are physically inactive. 22.8% of residents report depression. 19.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 79.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,474.

What is transportation like in Raton?

The average commute in Raton is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Raton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Raton is 64.9% White, 5.3% Hispanic or Latino, 1.2% Asian. 80.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 19.2% speak Spanish. 6.8% of the population are military veterans. 24.8% of residents have a disability. 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

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