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McKinley County
City in New Mexico, United States
Overview
McKinley County, anchored by the city of Gallup, is known for its lively Native American culture, unique desert landscapes, and proximity to historic Route 66. The area offers a blend of outdoor activities, art, and cultural experiences drawing from Navajo and Zuni heritage.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
New Mexico
Population
72,902
Time Zone
America/Denver
Coordinates
35.58°, -108.26°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
58
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
85
Monthly Cost
$2,160
Local Cost
$1,290
Local Income
$1,900
Cashless
77
English
96
Temperature
10.3°C
Summer Avg
21.7°C
Winter Avg
-0.4°C
Record High
36.8°C
Record Low
-21.6°C
Humidity
47%
Precipitation
290 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
GUP
Distance
48 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 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 68/100.
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