Living in San Juan County, New Mexico

San Juan County is a county in New Mexico with a population of around 118,737, part of the Farmington, NM MSA metro area. The main communities are Farmington, Bloomfield, Kirtland.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,159/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $226K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 42°F) and hot summers (highs around 84°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

San Juan County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 35 and a predominantly working-class population (15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.