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Socorro County
City in New Mexico, United States
Overview
Socorro County is a small, friendly region in central New Mexico known for its rich scientific, cultural, and wildlife heritage. Home to the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, it attracts both students and nature enthusiasts. Visitors enjoy a relaxed pace, scenic landscapes, and classic Southwestern hospitality.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
New Mexico
Population
16,595
Time Zone
America/Denver
Coordinates
34.01°, -106.93°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
68
Female Safety
63
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
72
Food Safety
85
Monthly Cost
$1,850
Local Cost
$1,210
Local Income
$2,800
Cashless
45
English
98
Temperature
14.4°C
Summer Avg
25.4°C
Winter Avg
3.6°C
Record High
40.4°C
Record Low
-18.3°C
Humidity
42%
Precipitation
273 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
ONM
Distance
3 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 2025-12-06.
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 62/100.
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