Colfax County
City in New Mexico, United States
Overview
Colfax County in northern New Mexico is a blend of historic charm, beautiful mountain scenery, and outdoor recreation. Popular for its small towns, ski resorts, and Wild West heritage, it offers a peaceful gateway to nature and culture.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
New Mexico
Population
12,387
Time Zone
America/Denver
Coordinates
36.61°, -104.65°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
85
Monthly Cost
$1,835
Local Cost
$1,120
Local Income
$2,600
Cashless
70
English
100
Temperature
11.1°C
Summer Avg
22.1°C
Winter Avg
0.7°C
Record High
38.0°C
Record Low
-21.8°C
Humidity
48%
Precipitation
422 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
RTN
Distance
20 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.