Living in San Miguel County, New Mexico

San Miguel County is a county in New Mexico with a population of around 27,967. The main communities are Las Vegas.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $658/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $205K. The county has a moderate unemployment rate at 5.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 47°F) and hot summers (highs around 83°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

San Miguel County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 44 and a predominantly working-class population (21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Democratic.