Living in Taos County, New Mexico

Taos County is a county in New Mexico with a population of around 32,907. The main communities are Taos, Red River, Rio Lucio.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $784/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $441K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 35°F) and cool summers (highs around 72°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Taos County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 49 and a predominantly working-class population (29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Democratic.