Raton is a city in New Mexico with about 6,013 residents. Raton sits in Colfax County. The median age is 44.8 and the median household income is $52,007. Homes carry a median value of $148,200, and about 68% of residents own where they live. Hispanic or Latino residents make up the largest share of the population (55%). Around 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 17 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Raton — frequently asked
What is the population of Raton, New Mexico?
Raton has a population of about 6,013, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Raton?
The median home value in Raton is $148,200, and the median gross rent is $734/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Raton safe? What is the crime rate?
Raton Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 286 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Raton face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Colfax County as "Relatively Low" overall, with top hazards including lightning, winter weather, wildfire.
How many schools are in Raton?
Raton has 3 public schools (2 elementary, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Raton?
Public registry data lists 2 registered sex offenders in or near Raton. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.