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Taos Pueblo, NM

New Mexico · Taos County

Taos Pueblo is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 1,294. Residents earn $36,979 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
1,294 Population 83/sq mi density
$36,979 Median Income $17,240 per capita
$315,000 Home Value $617,035 Zillow
$1,107 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
941 Violent Crime/100K 10,650 property/100K
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$36,979 median income, 9.3% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$315,000 home value, $1,107/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
941 violent crimes/100K (148% above avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $36,979
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $315,000
12% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 941/100K
148% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,107
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.1%
127% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,294
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 7%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

D
Median Income$36,979
Per Capita$17,240
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty28.1%
County GDP$1,521M
Commute17 min

Housing

D
Home Value$315,000
Rent$1,107
Ownership71.5%
Zillow$617,035
Housing Units522
Rent Burden26.7%

Crime

F
Violent941/100K
Property10,650/100K

Health

Obesity32.7%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking22.1%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation7,309 ft (2,228 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+98.7%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score4.34

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 72%
Commute17 min
Broadband66.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Taos Pueblo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taos Pueblo receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Taos Pueblo faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taos Pueblo is $36,979, 51% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 28.1% 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 Taos Pueblo is $315,000, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,107 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

With 941 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 10,650 per 100,000, 443% above the national average.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Taos Pueblo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches, including 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Taos Pueblo has a population of 1,294 with a density of 83 people per square mile, spread across 15.6 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly Hispanic (90.9%), with 7.3% White, 1.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 23.8% of residents, while 76.2% speak Spanish. 3.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 18.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,294
Total Population
83
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
15.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Taos Pueblo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 23.8%
70% below US avg
Spanish 76.2%
469% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Taos Pueblo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taos Pueblo is $36,979, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,240 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $873, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,449 business establishments, including 151 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). 2.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Taos Pueblo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,979
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,240
Avg Weekly Wage$873
IRS Avg AGI$56,455
Gini Index0.508 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.1%
127% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,449
County GDP$1,521M

Business (County)

Restaurants151
Healthcare105
Retail194
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% below US avg
Cost of Living92.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Taos Pueblo is $315,000, 12% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $617,035, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,107 (5% 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. 71.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 522 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $3,363. 26.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$315,000
12% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$617,035

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,107
5% below US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.5%
Owner-Occupied71.5%
Renter-Occupied28.5%
Housing Units522
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,363
4% below US avg
Effective Rate1.07%
In Taos Pueblo, 32.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 15.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.4% of residents, above the national average. 34.2% have high blood pressure. 22.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.7% report binge drinking. 25.3% are physically inactive. 25.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.9% experience frequent mental distress. 10.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,154. The dentist ratio is 1:2,034. 79.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Taos Pueblo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes15.0%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma13.3%
COPD7.6%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.1%
58% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress17.9%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,154
Dentists1:2,034
Mental Health1:115
Checkup Rate66.1%
Dental Visits54.5%
Premature Death12,930/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities105
Taos Pueblo has a violent crime rate of 941 per 100,000 residents, 148% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 10,650 per 100,000, 443% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Taos Pueblo receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent941.3/100K
148% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property10,650.2/100K
443% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Taos Pueblo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°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 12.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 28.4 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 7,309 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,309 ft (2,228 m)
Area15.6 sq mi (40.4 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates36.4657°N, 105.5634°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyTaos County County
Nearest AirportTaos Regional (TSM)
6 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.7"
67% below US avg
Snowfall 28.4"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.48"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.67"

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)4.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score74.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability89.2 / 100
Community Resilience36.1 / 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 High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Volcano No Rating
Avalanche Relatively High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

358 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 M5.3 102 km
Aug 10, 2005 20 km S of Weston, Colorado M5.0 84 km
Aug 22, 2011 9 km SSW of Starkville, Colorado M4.7 110 km
Sep 5, 2001 0 km SE of Cokedale, Colorado M4.5 113 km
Jan 3, 2007 8 km SSW of Weston, Colorado M4.4 90 km
Mar 22, 2004 30 km S of Weston, Colorado M4.4 77 km
Aug 1, 2004 31 km S of Stonewall Gap, Colorado M4.3 61 km
Mar 10, 2023 6 km NNE of Segundo, Colorado M4.3 108 km
Jul 12, 2021 5 km E of Capulin, New Mexico M4.2 109 km
Jul 29, 2009 32 km NNE of Cimarron, New Mexico M4.1 75 km
Jun 19, 2023 Colorado M4.1 135 km
Aug 10, 2005 20 km SSW of Segundo, Colorado M4.1 85 km
Aug 23, 2011 7 km S of Valdez, Colorado M4.0 102 km
Sep 4, 2001 2 km W of Cokedale, Colorado M4.0 111 km
Sep 13, 2011 20 km S of Sequndo, Colorado M4.0 90 km
Aug 26, 2023 19 km SSW of Weston, Colorado M4.0 80 km
Feb 6, 2016 Colorado M4.0 88 km
Sep 16, 2011 26 km S of Sequndo, Colorado M3.9 87 km
Aug 23, 2016 18 km SSW of Weston, CO M3.9 80 km
Mar 10, 2023 5 km N of Sequndo, Colorado M3.9 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

42 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 48 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 29, 1964 EF3 88 km 1
Jul 25, 1996 EF2 58 km 0
Jun 17, 1953 EF2 85 km 0
Aug 17, 1992 EF1 84 km 0
May 5, 1980 EF1 82 km 0
Jun 1, 1977 EF1 85 km 0
Jul 21, 1973 EF1 63 km 0
Apr 15, 1971 EF1 98 km 0
Dec 26, 1966 EF1 77 km 0
Oct 1, 2023 EF0 80 km 0
Jun 2, 2021 EF0 65 km 0
May 31, 2021 EF0 93 km 0
May 28, 2021 EF0 88 km 0
May 28, 2021 EF0 89 km 0
Sep 1, 2018 EF0 50 km 0
Aug 9, 2018 EF0 26 km 0
Jun 8, 2014 EF0 90 km 0
Jun 8, 2014 EF0 92 km 0
Jun 8, 2014 EF0 87 km 0
Oct 12, 2012 EF0 93 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 69 km
2002 PONIL COMPLEX 89,084 52 km
2022 COOKS PEAK 61,195 57 km
2000 CERRO GRANDE 44,279 92 km
2018 UTE PARK 30,177 48 km
2006 CASA 27,452 60 km
2002 SPRING 24,044 80 km
2000 VIVEASH 22,468 85 km
2006 OJO FELIZ 17,767 56 km
2006 RIVERA MESA 16,412 61 km
1993 OJO 14,887 62 km
2002 CERRO PELON 13,015 62 km
2002 BORREGO 12,877 57 km
2010 SOUTH FORK 12,585 88 km
2020 LUNA 10,849 32 km
2011 PACHECO 9,790 72 km
2013 JAROSO 9,529 64 km
2006 LEVI 9,491 86 km
2018 EMILY 8,342 81 km
1996 HONDO 8,258 20 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 0.7 in
February 29°F (-1°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 1.0 in
April 43°F (6°C) 0.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 65°F (18°C) 2.5 in Wettest
September 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.2 in
November 36°F (2°C) 0.9 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 0.8 in Coldest

Taos Pueblo has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 27°F in December to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (0.7").

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Taos Pueblo is located in Taos County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 11.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 67% below the national average of 33.7%. 98.7% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 72.4% of the vote, a 47.5-point margin. 66.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 105 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.9%
D 72.4%

Winner: Democrat by 47.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+98.7%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score4.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density83/sq mi
Total Area15.6 sq mi
CountyTaos County County

Services

Broadband Access66.6%
Avg Download Speed17.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities105
Restaurants151
Retail Stores194

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%
Average costs for common services in Taos Pueblo. 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)
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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 Taos County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 1,965 150 $27,978 1.95
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,766 174 $53,297 1.11
Retail Trade 1,588 189 $34,238 1.44
Arts & Entertainment 909 43 $34,397 4.88
Construction 562 143 $58,406 0.97
Administrative & Waste Services 386 73 $54,308 0.59
Professional & Technical Services 280 157 $68,506 0.36
Educational Services 258 40 $53,861 1.13
Other Services 251 92 $40,944 0.75
Finance & Insurance 192 50 $54,754 0.43
Real Estate 189 66 $37,291 1.10
Utilities 153 8 $66,877 3.63
Manufacturing 140 31 $41,924 0.15
Wholesale Trade 127 44 $59,519 0.29
Information & Technology 115 45 $57,106 0.55
Transportation & Warehousing 63 11 $42,249 0.13
Mining & Oil/Gas 54 6 $69,664 1.29
Agriculture & Forestry 36 13 $29,329 0.40
Management of Companies 6 4 $61,903 0.03

Radio Stations near Taos Pueblo

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KNCE 93.5 True Taos Radio alternative rock, classic rock MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Taos Pueblo

14 campgrounds found near Taos Pueblo.

NameRatingSitesPrice
AMOLE CANYON GROUP SHELTER 4.8/5 1 $100
COLUMBINE CAMPGROUND (NM) 4.8/5 27 $30
Aldo Leopold House 4.6/5 1 $175
ELEPHANT ROCK CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 21 $30
Agua Piedra Campground 4.4/5 46 $30–$150
FAWN LAKES CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 18 $30
SANTA BARBARA CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 21 $30–$80
CIMARRON CAMPGROUND 3.9/5 36 $22–$40
Junebug Campground — — Free
La Sombra Campground — — Free
Las Petacas Campground — — Free
McCrystal Campground — — Free
Rio Bravo Group Shelter — 1 $40
Taos Junction Group Shelter — 1 $40

National Parks Near Taos Pueblo

12 national parks and monuments found near Taos Pueblo.

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
Fort Union National Monument National Monument 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
Storrie Lake State Park State Park Free
Trinidad Lake State Park State Park Free
Valles Caldera National Preserve National Preserve $25

Trails Near Taos Pueblo

161+ trails found near Taos Pueblo.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
SOUTH BOUNDARY 20.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes —
ELLIOT BARKER 12.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
TUSAS LOOP 11.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MIDDLE FORK SANTA BARBARA 11.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LOBO PEAK 10.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
OJITOS 9.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH BOUNDARY 9.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RIO QUEMADO 9.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
OJITO MAES 9.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
ELEPHANT ROCK NORTH 9.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WEST FORK SANTA BARBARA 9.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CENTENNIAL 8.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
COMALES CANYON 8.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MONDRAGON 8.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
NORTH FORK 8.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
SKYLINE 7.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DEER CREEK 7.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
POLICARPIO 6.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CAPULIN 6.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SKYLINE-DIVIDE 6.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RIO GRANDE DEL RANCHO 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
OSHA CANYON 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DOME 5.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
BULL CREEK 5.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RIO CHIQUITO 5.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PINABETE PEAK TRAIL 5.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ELEPHANT ROCK SOUTH 5.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MIDDLE FORK 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
GOOSE CREEK 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LA CUEVA CANYON 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
DEVISADERO LOOP 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TRAMPAS LAKE 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PIONEER CREEK 4.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SARDINAS CANYON 4.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
EAST FORK SANTA BARBARA 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LOST LAKE 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
SAN CRISTOBAL 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
COMALES CUTOFF 4.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
INDIAN CREEK 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PLACER FORK 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BUENA SUERTE 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
70 MOTORIZED TRAIL 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
RITO DE LA OLLA 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MANZANITA CANYON 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DRAKE CANYON LOOP 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
AMOLE 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BEAR MOUNTAIN 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD HILL 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SERPENT LAKE 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LAKE FORK 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CORDOVA CANYON 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
COLUMBINE CANYON 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LA CUEVA 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
COW LAKE 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
AGUA SARCA 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WHEELER PEAK/BULL OF THE WOODS 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ELEPHANT ROCK MILL 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
EAST FORK 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MIDNIGHT 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GALLEGOS 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
SAWMILL PARK 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RITO QUEMADO 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — Yes
YERBA CANYON 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
INDIAN LAKE 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
AGUA PIEDRA 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SKYLINE-DIVIDE 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RITO DEL MEDIO 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PARADISE 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LONG CANYON 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ANGOSTURA 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LAMA CANYON 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
SERPENT LAKE 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WILLOW FORK 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
AGUA PIEDRA 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HORSESHOE LAKE 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
FLECHADO CANYON 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CAMINO REAL 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ITALIANOS CANYON 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RITO DEL MEDIO 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
4TH OF JULY CANYON 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MONDRAGON SPUR 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WHEELER PEAK/BULL OF THE WOODS 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GAVILAN CANYON 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WHEELER SUMMIT 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SOUTH LOOP 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SAN LEONARDO 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
COLUMBINE CANYON 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ELEPHANT ROCK CONNECTOR 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
JICARITA CREEK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LOST LAKE 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
RED RIVER NATURE 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
AGUA FRIA 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SAN LEONARDO 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
EAST FORK 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LADY SLIPPER 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MIDDLE FORK SANTA BARBARA 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
AGUA PIEDRA 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SKYLINE-DIVIDE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LOWER LOOP 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
UPPER CUT OFF 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
RITO ANGOSTURA 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MIDNIGHT 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CEBOLLA MESA 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
DRY FORK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
LA CUEVA CUTOFF 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
EL NOGAL NATURE TRAIL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ELEPHANT ROCK MIDDLE 1.0 — — —
YERBA CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WILLAMS LAKE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LAMA CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
MIDNIGHT 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ITALIANOS CANYON 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WHEELER PEAK/BULL OF THE WOODS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TRAMPAS LAKE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
KNOB SPUR 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
WHEELER PEAK/BULL OF THE WOODS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PLACER FORK SHORTCUT 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WILLAMS LAKE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HIDDEN LAKE SPUR 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
POT CREEK INTERPRETIVE TRAIL 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TIO MAES CANYON 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
LAKE FORK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOOSE CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PLACER FORK SHORTCUT 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LAKE FORK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
EAST FORK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MEADOW LOOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TIO MAES CANYON 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HIDDEN LOOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
SAWMILL PARK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LOST LAKE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — Yes —
AGUA PIEDRA BARRIER FREE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CABRESTO PEAK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ELEPHANT ROCK WASHOUT 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
HEART LAKE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
BLUE LOOP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LOST LOOP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
CAPULIN ICE CAVES 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TIO MAES CANYON 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GREEN LOOP 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TIO MAES CANYON 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
GOOSE CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
WILLAMS LAKE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TIO MAES CANYON 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
MIDNIGHT 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
GOLD HILL SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
MANZANITA CANYON 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TIO MAES CANYON 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
CENTENNIAL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
S BOUNDARY - EL NOGAL NATURE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
S BOUNDARY - OJITOS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
TIO MAES CANYON 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
TIO MAES CANYON 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL — — —
PLACER FORK SHORTCUT 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PIONEER CREEK SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
PIONEER CREEK SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LAKE FORK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
EAST FORK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
ELLIOT BARKER 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL — — Yes
WILLOW FORK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
UPPER CUT OFF 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —

Museums in Taos Pueblo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MILLICENT ROGERS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1504 MILLICENT ROGERS RD5057582462$681,332
TAOS HISTORIC MUSEUMSHISTORY MUSEUM5057580505$204,978
KIT CARSON HOME & MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM5757584945$106,281
RED RIVER COMMUNITY HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5757542349$99,054
ASOCIACION DE VECINOS DE SAN CRISTOBALHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FECHIN INSTITUTEGENERAL MUSEUM227 PASEO DEL PUEBLO NORTE PO BOX 18485757582690
HARWOOD MUSEUM ALLIANCEGENERAL MUSEUM5757589826
HARWOOD MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM5757589826
KIT CARSON HISTORIC MUSEUMS ARCHIVESHISTORIC PRESERVATION5757580062
MINERAL AND FOSSIL GALLERYART MUSEUM5757375001
MUSEUM ASSOCIATION OF TAOSGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 31495757589826
NONVIOLENCE WORKSHISTORY MUSEUM5757584297
PO PAY SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RED RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SEVERINO MARTINEZ HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
TAOS ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM5757582690
TAOS ART MUSEUM & FECHIN HOUSEART MUSEUM227 PASEO DEL PUEBLO NORTE5757582690
TAOS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5757700681
TAOS PLAZA THEATER AND ARTS CENTERART MUSEUM5057517733

Libraries in Taos Pueblo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
TAOS PUBLIC LIBRARY402 CAMINO DE LA PLACITA0.0163,960
RED RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY702 E. MAIN ST.0.011,952
TALPA COMMUNITY CENTER LIBRARY4 ARCHULETA RD0.01,358

Farmers Markets in Taos Pueblo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Questa Farmers MarketQuesta Supermarket parking lot
Red Willow Farmers Market 885 Star RoadVisit
Taos Farmers' Market400 Camina de la Placita05/12/2018 to 10/27/2018Sat: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM;Visit
Taos Pueblo - Red Willow Farmers' MarketVeteran's HighwayVisit

Breweries in Taos Pueblo

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Taos Mesa BrewingBrewery and Pub20 Abc Mesa Rd5757581900Visit
The Gorge Bar & GrillAmerican Restaurant and Brewery103 E Plz5757588866Visit

Ski Resorts Near Taos Pueblo

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Taos 113.0 15 3,795 $84 November - April — Yes
Angel Fire 75.0 7 3,256 $62 December - March Yes Yes

EV Charging Stations in Taos Pueblo

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Taos Mesa Brewing - Tesla Destination20 ABC Mesa RdTesla Destination4J1772 TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Taos Pueblo

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
201 Cruz Alta Road (108733)MTOWER53
201 Cruz Alta Road (108733)MTOWER53
1,100' W FROM I/S OF ST. RT. 111 & ST. RT. 3 (108732)MTOWER21
1,100' W FROM I/S OF ST. RT. 111 & ST. RT. 3 (108732)MTOWER21

Bridges in Taos Pueblo

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198151700F
CulvertConcrete continuous199450200G
CulvertConcrete continuous19782650F

Airports Near Taos Pueblo

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Taos Regional AirportTSMMedium Airport
Angel Fire AirportAXXSmall Airport
Doolittle Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Grant Besley Airport—Small Airport
Las Mesitas Airport—Small Airport
Los Alamos AirportLAMSmall Airport
Medanales Airport—Small Airport
Melby Ranch Airstrip—Small Airport
Mora Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Ohkay Owingeh AirportESOSmall Airport
Questa Municipal Nr 2 Airport—Small Airport
Tercio Ranch Airstrip—Small Airport
Watrous Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Taos Pueblo

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
New Mexico State Police Taos Office (D7)241 Paseo del Canon East
Taos County Sheriff's Office599 Lovato Place
Taos Police Department400 Camino de la Placita

Grocery Stores in Taos Pueblo

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Agriculture Implementation Research & EducationFarmers and Markets1405 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte
Hail Creek Travel Center LLCConvenience Store992 Hail Creek Road
Red Willow Center Farmers MarketFarmers and Markets855 Star Rd.
Speedway 9120Convenience Store1318 Paseo Del Norte
Speedway 9136Convenience Store1642 Paseo del Pueblo Norte

Post Offices in Taos Pueblo

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
El Prado Post Office
El Prado Post Office1518 Paseo del Pueblo Norte
Taos Crating1029 Paseo del Pueblo Norte

Treatment Centers in Taos Pueblo

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
El Centro Family Health - Taos ClinicSubstance Abuse800-284-7284

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Taos Pueblo

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Taos PuebloCultural1992

Churches & Religious Organizations in Taos Pueblo

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
DAMARIS PROJECT INC144 BLUEBERRY HILL RD
KAGYU DEKYI CHOLING BUDDHIST CENTERPO BOX 254
MOUNT ZION TABERNACLE INCPO BOX 953
PRODIGY CHURCH OF TAOS NEW MEXICO INCPO 80X 411
PRODIGY CHURCH OF TAOS NEW MEXICO INCPO BOX 411
SEVA CORPORATION OF SIKH DHARMAPO BOX 1170
TAOS EL PUEBLITO UNITED METHODIST CHURCHPO BOX 1302

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Frequently Asked Questions About Taos Pueblo

What is the population of Taos Pueblo?

Taos Pueblo has a population of 1,294 residents and is located in New Mexico. The population density is 83 people per square mile, spread across 15.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Taos Pueblo expensive to live in?

Taos Pueblo 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 $36,979, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $315,000 (12% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,107 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Taos Pueblo safe?

Public safety is a concern in Taos Pueblo, with a violent crime rate of 941 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 10,650 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Taos Pueblo receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Taos Pueblo?

Taos Pueblo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.7 inches, with 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.

How is the job market in Taos Pueblo?

The job market in Taos Pueblo faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $873. There are 1,449 business establishments in the area, including 151 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 2.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Taos Pueblo?

The median home value in Taos Pueblo is $315,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $617,035. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,107. Fair market rent is $927 for a 1-bedroom and $1,129 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 71.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,363.

How are the schools in Taos Pueblo?

Schools in Taos Pueblo have an average test score of 4.3 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 11.0% of adults in Taos Pueblo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.7% have completed high school. 2.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Taos Pueblo?

The obesity rate in Taos Pueblo is 32.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.1% of adults are smokers. 25.3% are physically inactive. 25.3% of residents report depression. 10.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 79.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,154.

What is transportation like in Taos Pueblo?

The average commute in Taos Pueblo is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Taos Pueblo?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Taos Pueblo is 7.3% White, 90.9% Hispanic or Latino, 1.2% Asian. 23.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 76.2% speak Spanish. 3.3% of the population are military veterans. 18.2% of residents have a disability. 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

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