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Aztec, New Mexico

Introduction to Aztec, New Mexico

Aztec, New Mexico, in San Juan county, is 129 miles NW of Rio Rancho, New Mexico and 141 miles NW of Albuquerque, New Mexico. There are 6,378 residents in the city.

Aztec History

Located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains near the Colorado border, the town was formerly known as Atarque de Garcia. The city received its present name from the 12th century Aztec ruins unearthed nearby. It was the county seat of San Juan County in 1887. In 1890, the county seat was moved to Junction City. In August 1892, Aztec once again became the county seat of San Juan County. The area was originally inhabited by Native Americans.

Aztec and nearby Attractions

  • Aztec Ruins National Monument
  • Aztec Museum
  • Hidden Valley Golf Course
  • Navajo Lake State Park
  • Salmon Ruins and Heritage Park

Things To Do In Aztec

Aztec offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities. One can visit the Grand Canyon National Park, the Anasazi Heritage Center and the Chimney Rock Archaeological Area. The Navajo Lake State Park is also worth visiting. Those interested in the area’s history should visit the Aztec Museum and the National Ruins Monument. The Hidden Valley Golf Course provides excellent facilities for golfers. Local festivals include Fiesta Days, Founder’s Day and Oktoberfest.

Aztec Transportation

Four Corners Regional Airport is nearby.

Aztec Higher Education

Facilities for higher education are available from San Juan College, Fort Lewis College, Western State College Colorado and the University of Phoenix-Albuquerque NM Campus.

High Points

Aztec strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Mexico):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Aztec Affordability of Property Taxes
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 16%Aztec Well-Paid Single Men
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 19%Aztec Median Family Income

Comparative Profile of Aztec, NM

Comparing Aztec to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Mexico (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population1010
Children Under 5 Years Old65
Racial Diversity52
Senior Citizens45
Well-Paid Single Men49
Age of the Population34
Well-Paid Single Women28
Female Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size65
Portion of People Married56

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults36
Median Family Income39
People Above Poverty37
People in Middle Class or Better28

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times64
Working at Home64
Walking and Biking to Work45
Public Transportation Use25

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Property Taxes104
Affordability of Rents84
Housing Recently Built87
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals68
People Living Alone67
Seasonal and Vacation Housing51

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime34
Low Violent Crime24

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