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Vaughn, NM

New Mexico · Torrance County · Albuquerque Metro

Vaughn is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 548. Residents earn $26,300 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
548 Population 98/sq mi density
$26,300 Median Income $11,572 per capita
$45,800 Home Value $199,639 Zillow
$438 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
689 Violent Crime/100K 1,887 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$26,300 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,800 home value, $438/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
689 violent crimes/100K (81% above avg)
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $26,300
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,800
84% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 689/100K
81% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $438
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 43.3%
249% higher than US avg

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

People

Population548
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density98/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 31%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,300
Per Capita$11,572
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty43.3%
County GDP$881M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,800
Rent$438
Ownership65.6%
Zillow$199,639
Housing Units249
Rent Burden18.3%

Crime

F
Violent689/100K
Property1,887/100K

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured25.4%
Smoking13.9%
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI37 (Good)
Rain13.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation5,969 ft (1,819 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+66.1%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score4.54

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute12 min
Broadband53.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Vaughn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vaughn receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Vaughn has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vaughn is $26,300, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 43.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vaughn is $45,800, 84% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $438 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 689 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 1,887 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Vaughn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°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 13.8 inches, including 25.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Vaughn has a population of 548 with a density of 98 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 42.7% female and 57.3% male. The city is predominantly White (31.2%), with 3.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 28.8% of residents, while 71.2% speak Spanish. 3.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 37.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

548
Total Population
98
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.3%
Female 42.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Vaughn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 28.8%
63% below US avg
Spanish 71.2%
431% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Vaughn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vaughn is $26,300, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $11,572 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $989, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 43.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 368 business establishments, including 21 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.2, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Vaughn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,300
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$11,572
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$46,497
Gini Index0.420 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate43.3%
249% above US avg
Establishments (County)368
County GDP$881M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare17
Retail42
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,533
28% below US avg
Cost of Living92.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.5 min
Drive Alone66.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Vaughn is $45,800, 84% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,639, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $438 (62% 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. 65.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 249 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1955. The average annual property tax is $2,533 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 18.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,800
84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,639

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$438
62% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.6%
Owner-Occupied65.6%
Renter-Occupied34.4%
Housing Units249
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,533
28% below US avg
Effective Rate5.53%
In Vaughn, 37.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 31.9% have high blood pressure. 13.9% are current smokers. 14.3% report binge drinking. 32.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.5% report depression. 16.9% experience frequent mental distress. 25.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:15,307. The dentist ratio is 1:5,151. 8.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.5 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.5%
Cancer4.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity32.6%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress16.6%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Uninsured25.4%
195% above US avg
Primary Care1:15,307
Dentists1:5,151
Mental Health1:558
Checkup Rate65.3%
Dental Visits55.6%
Premature Death14,503/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.5/10
Exercise Access8.4%
Healthcare Facilities17
Vaughn has a violent crime rate of 689 per 100,000 residents, 81% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,887 per 100,000, 4% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 182 federally declared disasters. Overall, Vaughn receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent689.4/100K
81% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,886.8/100K
4% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents54
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Vaughn experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°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 13.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 25.7 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 5,969 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,969 ft (1,819 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²)
Population Density98/sq mi
Coordinates34.6072°N, 105.2126°W
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
CountyTorrance County County
Nearest AirportSierra Blanca Regional (RUI)
81 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 13.8"
64% below US avg
Snowfall 25.7"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.91"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.43"

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score46.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability88.8 / 100
Community Resilience2.8 / 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
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.7 on May 6, 2025.

Feb 27, 1990 25 km E of San Antonio, New Mexico M3.9 146 km
Jul 22, 1990 5 km SE of McIntosh, New Mexico M3.7 77 km
Feb 21, 1990 31 km ENE of San Antonio, New Mexico M3.6 139 km
Jan 4, 1998 5 km NE of Mountainair, New Mexico M3.6 90 km
Dec 31, 1997 8 km ENE of Mountainair, New Mexico M3.5 86 km
Sep 29, 2012 4 km WNW of Belen, New Mexico M3.5 147 km
Dec 31, 1997 8 km E of Mountainair, New Mexico M3.5 87 km
Jul 22, 2013 25 km E of San Antonio, New Mexico M3.4 147 km
Dec 31, 1997 8 km ENE of Mountainair, New Mexico M3.4 86 km
Jul 22, 1996 11 km WSW of Corona, New Mexico M3.4 64 km
Mar 19, 1995 8 km SSE of Newkirk, New Mexico M3.3 101 km
Mar 24, 1996 8 km WNW of Corona, New Mexico M3.3 58 km
Sep 16, 2015 9 km SE of La Joya, New Mexico M3.2 148 km
Dec 22, 1993 0 km W of Ruidoso, New Mexico M3.2 148 km
Apr 29, 2025 5 km WNW of Veguita, New Mexico M3.1 147 km
Apr 30, 2023 5 km ENE of La Joya, New Mexico M3.1 147 km
Sep 29, 2017 17 km S of Mora, New Mexico M3.1 135 km
Jan 27, 2013 5 km ESE of La Joya, New Mexico M3.1 148 km
Aug 15, 2007 5 km W of La Cienega, New Mexico M3.0 139 km
Apr 1, 2025 22 km S of Newkirk, New Mexico M3.0 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

57 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF2.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 4, 1978 EF2 46 km 0
Sep 2, 1993 EF1 73 km 0
Jun 8, 1989 EF1 82 km 0
Jun 1, 1989 EF1 44 km 0
Jun 1, 1989 EF1 56 km 0
Jun 1, 1989 EF1 35 km 0
Jun 23, 1981 EF1 74 km 0
Jun 10, 1964 EF1 45 km 0
May 18, 1964 EF1 43 km 0
May 8, 1959 EF1 64 km 0
Jun 17, 2019 EF0 21 km 0
Jun 2, 2019 EF0 35 km 0
Jun 3, 2018 EF0 77 km 0
May 21, 2018 EF0 47 km 0
May 21, 2018 EF0 62 km 0
May 21, 2017 EF0 92 km 0
May 9, 2017 EF0 61 km 0
Apr 14, 2017 EF0 71 km 0
Sep 15, 2016 EF0 21 km 0
Jul 17, 2016 EF0 99 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Carrizozo (113 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Carrizozo Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,731 m (5,679 ft) -3250 113 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: JOHNNY (34,324 ac, 2000).

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 JOHNNY 34,324 81 km
1997 PEREZ 30,288 22 km
2006 LUMBRE 15,598 35 km
2009 VISTA 14,294 90 km
2009 EAST TRANSWESTERN 13,751 76 km
2008 CHOLLA 13,154 83 km
1989 BURGETTE 10,576 33 km
2011 BURNING TENT 9,473 94 km
1992 FRONTIER 8,454 81 km
2018 LITTLE CONCHAS 7,429 87 km
1988 ROSA 7,387 41 km
2008 UNNAMED 7,351 40 km
2006 PIPELINE 7,137 72 km
2011 MILAGRO 7,102 45 km
2022 BIGGS 6,994 59 km
2000 VAUGHN 6,967 19 km
2008 ELDRIDGE 6,096 90 km
2000 GREEN 5,598 79 km
1992 NEWTON 5,386 73 km
1989 BURGETTE 4,935 87 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 0.5 in
March 43°F (6°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 50°F (10°C) 0.4 in
May 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in
June 68°F (20°C) 1.6 in
July 72°F (22°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.9 in Wettest
September 65°F (18°C) 1.6 in
October 54°F (12°C) 1.0 in
November 43°F (6°C) 0.5 in
December 35°F (2°C) 0.6 in

Vaughn has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 32°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.9") and March the driest (0.4").

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Vaughn is located in Torrance County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 4.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 87% below the national average of 33.7%. 66.1% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 68% of the vote, a 38.1-point margin. 53.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 17 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 66.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 38.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents54
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+66.1%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score4.54
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density98/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi
CountyTorrance County County

Services

Broadband Access53.1%
Avg Download Speed37.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed10.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants21
Retail Stores42

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.5 min
Drive Alone66.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%
Average costs for common services in Vaughn. 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)
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)
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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 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

Schools in Vaughn

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
VAUGHN ELEMENTARY Elementary 25 4 6.3:1
VAUGHN HIGH High 21 6 3.5:1
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Radio Stations near Vaughn

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Vaughn

5 national parks and monuments found near Vaughn.

ParkTypeFee
Pecos National Historical Park National Historical 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

Hotels in Vaughn

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Travelodge

Train Stations in Vaughn

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vaughn Train Depot

Gas Stations in Vaughn

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Conoco

EV Charging Stations in Vaughn

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Allsups - Vaughn160 8th StFCN4CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic

Cell Towers in Vaughn

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Duran site) 3600 FT SW OF I/S OF US 54 AND 53TOWER128
774 Cemetery St. (169811)GTOWER128

Bridges in Vaughn

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1979215,694F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19791623,169F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19791623,029P
CulvertConcrete19791103,029F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20021753,029P
CulvertConcrete1989852,502F
CulvertConcrete1938331,750F
CulvertConcrete1991651,750G
CulvertConcrete193633418F
CulvertConcrete193633418F
CulvertConcrete193539418G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete198412168F

Airports Near Vaughn

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
High Desert Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Horney Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Lincoln Station AirportSmall Airport
Santa Rosa Route 66 AirportSmall Airport
Tierra de Dios AirportSmall Airport
Vaughn Municipal AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Vaughn

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Vaughn Police Department118 8th Street

Grocery Stores in Vaughn

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Allsup's 102376Convenience StoreUS HIGHWAY 60-285
Lalos Cash & Carry LlcConvenience Store1307 E 8th St

Post Offices in Vaughn

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Vaughn Post Office800 8th Street

DOL Wage Violations in Vaughn

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $15,765 in back wages owed to 27 employees.

2
Violations
$15,765
Back Wages Owed
27
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
Lalo's Food Mart & Liquors 88353 1 $13,529 $966 14
Lalo's Food Mart 88353 1 $2,236 $172 13

Churches & Religious Organizations in Vaughn

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF VAUGHNPO BOX 188

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
2
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vaughn

What is the population of Vaughn?

Vaughn has a population of 548 residents and is located in New Mexico. The population density is 98 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 42.7% female and 57.3% male.

Is Vaughn expensive to live in?

Vaughn 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 $26,300, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $45,800 (84% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $438 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Vaughn safe?

Public safety is a concern in Vaughn, with a violent crime rate of 689 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 1,887 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Vaughn receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Vaughn?

Vaughn 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. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.8 inches, with 25.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 37.

How is the job market in Vaughn?

The job market in Vaughn is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $989. There are 368 business establishments in the area, including 21 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 12 minutes, and 3.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Vaughn?

The median home value in Vaughn is $45,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,639. For renters, the median monthly rent is $438. Fair market rent is $927 for a 1-bedroom and $1,129 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 65.6%. The average annual property tax is $2,533.

How are the schools in Vaughn?

Schools in Vaughn have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 4.5% of adults in Vaughn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.1% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Vaughn?

The obesity rate in Vaughn 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. 25.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 8.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:15,307.

What is transportation like in Vaughn?

The average commute in Vaughn is 12 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 66.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Vaughn?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Vaughn is 31.2% White, 3.6% Hispanic or Latino. 28.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 71.2% speak Spanish. 3.7% of the population are military veterans. 37.1% of residents have a disability. 85.1% have health insurance coverage.

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