San Juan County

City in New Mexico, United States

Overview

San Juan County is an idyllic Pacific Northwest destination comprised of scenic islands, charming villages, and abundant wildlife. The area is renowned for whale watching, outdoor activities, and a laid-back atmosphere perfect for relaxation and exploration.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
United States
State
New Mexico
Population
17,788
Time Zone
America/Denver
Coordinates
36.51°, -108.32°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
60
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$3,095
Local Cost
$2,340
Local Income
$2,800
Cashless
70
English
100
Temperature
11.6°C
Summer Avg
23.9°C
Winter Avg
0.1°C
Record High
39.5°C
Record Low
-20.4°C
Humidity
46%
Precipitation
288 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
FMN
Distance
27 km

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 55/100.