Living in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico

Rio Arriba County is a county in New Mexico with a population of around 39,465.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $623/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $298K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.0%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 37°F) and warm summers (highs around 76°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Rio Arriba County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Democratic.