Raton, NM

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6,046
TOTAL POPULATION
2,906
MALE POPULATION
3,140
FEMALE POPULATION
92.55
MALES / 100 FEMALES
108.05
FEMALES / 100 MALES
44.4
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$25,679
PER CAPITA INCOME
$52,260
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$40,899
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,694
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
0.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Raton Zip Codes

Raton Area Codes

Race in Raton

The most populous races in Raton are White / Caucasian (4,302 | 71.2%), Hispanic or Latino (3,361 | 55.6%), and Two or more Races (956 | 15.8%).
Race in Raton
Race# Population% Population
Asian661.1%
Black / African American260.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3,36155.6%
Native / Alaskan1212.0%
White / Caucasian4,30271.2%
Two or more Races95615.8%
Some other Race5759.5%
Total6,046100.0%

Ancestry in Raton

The most populous ancestries reported in Raton are Mexican (1,326 | 21.9%), Irish (614 | 10.2%), German (566 | 9.4%), Spanish (462 | 7.6%), and English (447 | 7.4%), together accounting for 56.5% of all Raton residents.
Ancestry in Raton
Ancestry# Population% Population
African280.5%
American1232.0%
Apache661.1%
Arab1151.9%
Austrian100.2%
British240.4%
Cherokee320.5%
Chickasaw320.5%
Choctaw20.0%
Danish220.4%
Dutch891.5%
Dutch West Indian130.2%
Eastern European90.2%
English4477.4%
European841.4%
French1021.7%
French Canadian2794.6%
German5669.4%
Greek651.1%
Irish61410.2%
Italian2534.2%
Lebanese560.9%
Mexican1,32621.9%
Navajo1031.7%
Norwegian581.0%
Palestinian100.2%
Polish1452.4%
Puerto Rican430.7%
Russian320.5%
Scandinavian170.3%
Scotch-Irish510.8%
Scottish991.6%
Sioux60.1%
Slavic180.3%
Spaniard3786.2%
Spanish4627.6%
Spanish American410.7%
Subsaharan African280.5%
Swedish110.2%
Thai661.1%
Yugoslavian180.3%
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Immigrants in Raton

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Raton came from Asia (66 | 1.1%), India (66 | 1.1%), South Central Asia (66 | 1.1%), Central America (56 | 0.9%), and Latin America (56 | 0.9%), together accounting for 5.1% of all Raton residents.
Immigrants in Raton
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia661.1%
Central America560.9%
India661.1%
Latin America560.9%
Mexico560.9%
South Central Asia661.1%
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Sex and Age in Raton

Sex and Age in Raton

The most populous age groups in Raton are 20 to 24 Years (283 | 9.7%) for men and 70 to 74 Years (262 | 8.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Raton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years143 (4.9%)128 (4.1%)
5 to 9 Years106 (3.6%)253 (8.1%)
10 to 14 Years126 (4.3%)119 (3.8%)
15 to 19 Years125 (4.3%)180 (5.7%)
20 to 24 Years283 (9.7%)67 (2.1%)
25 to 29 Years192 (6.6%)227 (7.2%)
30 to 34 Years190 (6.5%)155 (4.9%)
35 to 39 Years259 (8.9%)208 (6.6%)
40 to 44 Years186 (6.4%)181 (5.8%)
45 to 49 Years179 (6.2%)168 (5.3%)
50 to 54 Years137 (4.7%)166 (5.3%)
55 to 59 Years82 (2.8%)224 (7.1%)
60 to 64 Years264 (9.1%)220 (7.0%)
65 to 69 Years230 (7.9%)237 (7.5%)
70 to 74 Years192 (6.6%)262 (8.3%)
75 to 79 Years142 (4.9%)102 (3.3%)
80 to 84 Years34 (1.2%)85 (2.7%)
85 Years and over36 (1.2%)158 (5.0%)
Total2,906 (100.0%)3,140 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Raton

Median Family Size in Raton

The median family size in Raton is 2.73 persons per family, with married-couple families (907 | 59.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.88 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (264 | 17.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.11 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Raton
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple907 (59.1%)2.88
Single Male/Father264 (17.2%)2.11
Single Female/Mother364 (23.7%)2.84
Total Families1,535 (100.0%)2.73

Median Household Size in Raton

The median household size in Raton is 2.06 persons per household, with single female/mother households (364 | 12.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.18 persons per household. non-family households (1,308 | 46.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.13 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Raton
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple907 (31.9%)2.91
Single Male/Father264 (9.3%)2.19
Single Female/Mother364 (12.8%)3.18
Non-family1,308 (46.0%)1.13
Total Households2,843 (100.0%)2.06

Household Size by Marriage Status in Raton

Out of a total of 2,843 households in Raton, 1,535 (54.0%) are family households, while 1,308 (46.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 805, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,126.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Raton
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,126 (39.6%)
2-Person Households805 (28.3%)182 (6.4%)
3-Person Households309 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households236 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households139 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households46 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,535 (54.0%)1,308 (46.0%)

Female Fertility in Raton

Fertility by Age in Raton

Average fertility rate in Raton is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 15 to 19 years have the highest fertility rate with 94.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 70.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Raton
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years17 (29.8%)94.0
20 to 34 years40 (70.2%)89.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total57 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Raton

45.6% of women with births (57) in Raton are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 35.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Raton
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years26 (65.0%)14 (35.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (45.6%)31 (54.4%)

Fertility by Education in Raton

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Raton
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School17 (29.8%)85.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree40 (70.2%)59.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total57 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Raton

54.4% of women with births in Raton are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 65.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Raton
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)17 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree26 (65.0%)14 (35.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (45.6%)31 (54.4%)

Income in Raton

Income Overview in Raton

Per Capita Income in Raton is $25,679, while median incomes of families and households are $52,260 and $40,899 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income6,046$25,679
Median Family Income1,535$52,260
Mean Family Income1,535$63,948
Median Household Income2,843$40,899
Mean Household Income2,843$52,211
Income Deficit1,535$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)6,04625.40%
Wage / Income Gap ($)6,04674.60¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index6,0460.40

Earnings by Sex in Raton

Average Earnings in Raton are $25,795, $28,880 for men and $21,544 for women, a difference of 25.4%.
Earnings by Sex in Raton
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,445 (50.3%)$28,880
Female1,425 (49.6%)$21,544
Total2,870 (100.0%)$25,795

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Raton

The most common earnings brackets in Raton are $35,000 to $39,999 for men (190 | 13.2%) and $2,499 or less for women (181 | 12.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Raton
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less99 (6.9%)181 (12.7%)
$2,500 to $4,99930 (2.1%)170 (11.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49922 (1.5%)72 (5.1%)
$7,500 to $9,99919 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49925 (1.7%)42 (2.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99949 (3.4%)66 (4.6%)
$15,000 to $17,49948 (3.3%)61 (4.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99974 (5.1%)47 (3.3%)
$20,000 to $22,499122 (8.4%)119 (8.4%)
$22,500 to $24,999116 (8.0%)31 (2.2%)
$25,000 to $29,999140 (9.7%)79 (5.5%)
$30,000 to $34,9999 (0.6%)174 (12.2%)
$35,000 to $39,999190 (13.2%)100 (7.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99974 (5.1%)30 (2.1%)
$45,000 to $49,99970 (4.8%)34 (2.4%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)52 (3.6%)
$55,000 to $64,99952 (3.6%)62 (4.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999109 (7.5%)67 (4.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999158 (10.9%)12 (0.8%)
$100,000+39 (2.7%)26 (1.8%)
Total1,445 (100.0%)1,425 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Raton

Average earnings in Raton are $28,672 for men and $23,669 for women, a difference of 17.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $63,516, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $23,045. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $68,906, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $19,524.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Raton
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$36,579$19,524
High School Diploma$27,500$32,795
College or Associate's Degree$23,045$20,057
Bachelor's Degree$45,217$45,962
Graduate Degree$63,516$68,906
Total$28,672$23,669

Family Income in Raton

Family Income Brackets in Raton

According to the Raton family income data, there are 394 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 9 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Raton
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000583.8%
$10,000 to $14,99990.6%
$15,000 to $24,99921814.2%
$25,000 to $34,99922914.9%
$35,000 to $49,99918412.0%
$50,000 to $74,99939425.7%
$75,000 to $99,9991499.7%
$100,000 to $149,99923615.4%
$150,000 to $199,999251.6%
$200,000+322.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Raton

2-person families (851 | 55.4%) account for the highest median family income in Raton with $56,438 per family, while 2-person families (851 | 55.4%) have the highest median income of $28,219 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Raton
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families851 (55.4%)$56,438
3-Person Families352 (22.9%)$47,222
4-Person Families158 (10.3%)$40,708
5-Person Families128 (8.3%)$0
6-Person Families20 (1.3%)$0
7+ Person Families26 (1.7%)$0
Total1,535 (100.0%)$52,260

Family Income by Number of Earners in Raton

Family Income by Number of Earners in Raton
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners444 (28.9%)$42,104
1 Earner423 (27.6%)$52,670
2 Earners635 (41.4%)$59,844
3+ Earners33 (2.1%)$0
Total1,535 (100.0%)$52,260

Household Income in Raton

Household Income Brackets in Raton

With 702 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Raton, accounting for 24.7% of all households. In contrast, only 26 households (0.9%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Raton
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001083.8%
$10,000 to $14,9992107.4%
$15,000 to $24,99947816.8%
$25,000 to $34,99944415.6%
$35,000 to $49,99934712.2%
$50,000 to $74,99970224.7%
$75,000 to $99,9992257.9%
$100,000 to $149,9992709.5%
$150,000 to $199,999260.9%
$200,000+341.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Raton

The median household income in Raton is $40,899, with the highest median household income of $65,539 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 120 households (4.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $38,254, with 769 households (27.1%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Raton
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years120 (4.2%)$65,539
25 to 44 Years769 (27.1%)$38,254
45 to 64 Years858 (30.2%)$39,297
65+ Years1,096 (38.6%)$45,595
Total2,843 (100.0%)$40,899

Poverty in Raton

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Raton

With 21.3% poverty level for males and 21.8% for females among the residents of Raton, under 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 83 males (75.4%) and 68 females (71.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Raton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years83 (75.4%)73 (57.0%)
5 Years34 (55.7%)68 (71.6%)
6 to 11 Years108 (67.9%)118 (48.4%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)31 (18.1%)
25 to 34 Years64 (20.6%)150 (39.4%)
35 to 44 Years64 (14.8%)80 (20.6%)
45 to 54 Years149 (50.7%)48 (14.4%)
55 to 64 Years6 (1.8%)67 (15.3%)
65 to 74 Years22 (5.2%)9 (1.8%)
75 Years and over53 (26.2%)28 (9.3%)
Total583 (21.3%)672 (21.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Raton

According to the poverty statistics in Raton, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Raton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years27 (24.5%)55 (43.0%)
5 Years27 (44.3%)27 (28.4%)
6 to 11 Years51 (32.1%)126 (51.6%)
12 to 14 Years12 (100.0%)33 (100.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years82 (100.0%)74 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years315 (100.0%)140 (81.9%)
25 to 34 Years247 (79.4%)231 (60.6%)
35 to 44 Years368 (85.2%)308 (79.4%)
45 to 54 Years145 (49.3%)286 (85.6%)
55 to 64 Years333 (98.2%)372 (84.7%)
65 to 74 Years400 (94.8%)485 (98.2%)
75 Years and over149 (73.8%)273 (90.7%)
Total2,156 (78.7%)2,410 (78.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Raton

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Raton show that 12.3% or 112 of the total 907 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 100.0%, comprising of 26 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Raton
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children631 (98.6%)9 (1.4%)
1 or 2 Children132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children32 (29.4%)77 (70.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Total795 (87.6%)112 (12.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Raton

According to the poverty data in Raton, 22.7% or 60 single-father households and 24.7% or 90 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 31 households (25.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 90 households (42.2%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Raton
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children31 (25.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children29 (20.1%)90 (42.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total60 (22.7%)90 (24.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Raton

The poverty data for Raton shows that 112 of the married-couple family households (12.3%) and 150 of the single-parent households (23.9%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 119 household (33.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Raton
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children9 (1.4%)31 (11.4%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)119 (33.3%)
3 or 4 Children77 (70.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total112 (12.3%)150 (23.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Raton

Employment by Class of Employer in Raton

Among the 2,516 employed individuals in Raton, private company employees (1,466 | 58.3%), state government employees (363 | 14.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (249 | 9.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Raton
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,46658.3%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1134.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)682.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations2499.9%
Local Government Employees1716.8%
State Government Employees36314.4%
Federal Government Employees863.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,516100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Raton

According to the labor force statistics for Raton, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,171), 52.1% or 2,694 individuals are in the labor force, with 0.8% or 22 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 84.7% or 355 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 45 to 54 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 3.0% or 11 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Raton
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years124 (40.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years245 (70.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years355 (84.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years245 (71.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years656 (78.7%)11 (1.7%)
45 to 54 Years370 (56.9%)11 (3.0%)
55 to 59 Years203 (66.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years203 (41.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years267 (29.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over24 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,694 (52.1%)22 (0.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Raton

According to labor force statistics for Raton, 66.9% of individuals (2,032) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,038) are in the labor force, with 1.1% or 22 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 77.2% or 318 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.3% or 11 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Raton
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School133 (47.5%)23 (8.3%)
High School Diploma728 (62.1%)18 (1.5%)
College / Associate Degree853 (72.7%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher318 (77.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,032 (66.9%)33 (1.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Raton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Raton are Community & Social Service (132 | 4.9%), Management (129 | 4.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (106 | 4.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (87 | 3.3%), and Education, Arts & Media (68 | 2.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Raton

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Raton, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Raton
OccupationMaleFemale
Management25 (19.4%)104 (80.6%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science78 (89.7%)9 (10.3%)
Computers & Mathematics40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 75 (56.8%)57 (43.2%)
Education, Arts & Media32 (47.1%)36 (52.9%)
Legal Services & Support20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library23 (52.3%)21 (47.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating9 (8.5%)97 (91.5%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)42 (100.0%)
Total (Category)187 (40.0%)281 (60.0%)
Total (Overall)1,324 (49.6%)1,346 (50.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Raton are Cleaning & Maintenance (240 | 9.0%), Healthcare Support (215 | 8.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (177 | 6.6%), Personal Care & Service (102 | 3.8%), and Security & Protection (73 | 2.7%).
Services Occupations in Raton

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Raton, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (84.6%), Security & Protection (82.2%), and Law Enforcement (82.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (76.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Raton
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)215 (100.0%)
Security & Protection60 (82.2%)13 (17.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement60 (82.2%)13 (17.8%)
Food Preparation & Serving42 (23.7%)135 (76.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance203 (84.6%)37 (15.4%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)102 (100.0%)
Total (Category)305 (37.8%)502 (62.2%)
Total (Overall)1,324 (49.6%)1,346 (50.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Raton are Sales & Related (487 | 18.2%), and Office & Administration (186 | 7.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Raton

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Raton
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related141 (28.9%)346 (71.1%)
Office & Administration2 (1.1%)184 (98.9%)
Total (Category)143 (21.2%)530 (78.7%)
Total (Overall)1,324 (49.6%)1,346 (50.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Raton are Construction & Extraction (296 | 11.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (147 | 5.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Raton

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Raton
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction296 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair147 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)443 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,324 (49.6%)1,346 (50.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Raton are Transportation (123 | 4.6%), Production (99 | 3.7%), and Material Moving (57 | 2.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Raton

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Raton
OccupationMaleFemale
Production99 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation90 (73.2%)33 (26.8%)
Material Moving57 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)246 (88.2%)33 (11.8%)
Total (Overall)1,324 (49.6%)1,346 (50.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Raton

Employment Industries in Raton

The major employment industries in Raton include Health Care & Social Assistance (542 | 20.3%), Retail Trade (427 | 16.0%), Construction (215 | 8.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (196 | 7.3%), and Public Administration (190 | 7.1%).
Employment Industries in Raton

Employment Industries by Sex in Raton

The Raton industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (78.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Raton
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction215 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing139 (88.0%)19 (12.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade120 (28.1%)307 (71.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing62 (63.9%)35 (36.1%)
Professional & Scientific20 (30.8%)45 (69.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support24 (48.0%)26 (52.0%)
Educational Services64 (47.1%)72 (52.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance116 (21.4%)426 (78.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation103 (85.8%)17 (14.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services54 (27.6%)142 (72.5%)
Public Administration83 (43.7%)107 (56.3%)
Total1,324 (49.6%)1,346 (50.4%)

Education in Raton

School Enrollment in Raton

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,011 students in Raton are college / undergraduate (290 | 28.7%), elementary school (221 | 21.9%), and high school (214 | 21.2%).
School Enrollment in Raton
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool989.7%
Kindergarten474.6%
Elementary School22121.9%
Middle School14114.0%
High School21421.2%
College / Undergraduate29028.7%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total1,011100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Raton

Out of a total of 1,011 students who are enrolled in schools in Raton, 227 (22.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 784 (77.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 40 (43.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 155 (99.4% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Raton
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds36 (63.2%)21 (36.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old228 (78.3%)63 (21.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds135 (78.9%)36 (21.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds155 (99.4%)1 (0.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds63 (63.0%)37 (37.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds52 (56.5%)40 (43.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds69 (75.8%)22 (24.2%)
35 Years and over46 (86.8%)7 (13.2%)
Total784 (77.5%)227 (22.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Raton

Education (201 | 26.5%), social sciences (107 | 14.1%), science & technology (74 | 9.8%), arts & humanities (65 | 8.6%), and psychology (51 | 6.7%) are the most common fields of study among 759 individuals in Raton who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Raton
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural476.2%
Physical & Health Sciences91.2%
Psychology516.7%
Social Sciences10714.1%
Engineering395.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology749.8%
Business506.6%
Education20126.5%
Literature & Languages152.0%
Liberal Arts & History344.5%
Visual & Performing Arts374.9%
Communications304.0%
Arts & Humanities658.6%
Total759100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Raton

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Raton

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Raton are males with 2 vehicles (429, accounting for 32.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (316, making up 35.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Raton
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle30 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle266 (20.3%)413 (34.3%)
2 Vehicles429 (32.7%)316 (26.2%)
3 Vehicles386 (29.4%)294 (24.4%)
4 Vehicles83 (6.3%)59 (4.9%)
5 or more Vehicles117 (8.9%)123 (10.2%)
Total1,311 (100.0%)1,205 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Raton

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Raton are 5 to 9 minutes (1,097 commuters, 44.0%), 10 to 14 minutes (406 commuters, 16.3%), and less than 5 minutes (268 commuters, 10.7%).
Commute Time in Raton
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes26810.7%
5 to 9 Minutes1,09744.0%
10 to 14 Minutes40616.3%
15 to 19 Minutes1064.3%
20 to 24 Minutes1104.4%
25 to 29 Minutes702.8%
30 to 34 Minutes1736.9%
35 to 39 Minutes893.6%
40 to 44 Minutes843.4%
45 to 59 Minutes70.3%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes823.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Raton

The most common commute times in Raton are 5 to 9 minutes (431 commuters, 32.9%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (666 commuters, 56.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Raton
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes207 (15.8%)61 (5.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes431 (32.9%)666 (56.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes171 (13.0%)235 (19.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes23 (1.8%)83 (7.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes99 (7.5%)11 (0.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes49 (3.7%)21 (1.8%)
30 to 34 Minutes130 (9.9%)43 (3.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes51 (3.9%)38 (3.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes61 (4.6%)23 (1.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes7 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes82 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Raton

The most frequent times of departure to work in Raton are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (252, 19.2%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (229, 19.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Raton
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM34 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM89 (6.8%)166 (14.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM110 (8.4%)58 (4.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM252 (19.2%)129 (10.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM128 (9.8%)115 (9.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM157 (12.0%)229 (19.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM154 (11.7%)176 (14.9%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM90 (6.9%)50 (4.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM68 (5.2%)35 (3.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM24 (1.8%)12 (1.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM172 (13.1%)165 (14.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM33 (2.5%)46 (3.9%)
Total1,311 (100.0%)1,181 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Raton

Occupancy by Ownership in Raton

Of the total 2,843 dwellings in Raton, owner-occupied units account for 1,952 (68.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 891 (31.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Raton
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,95268.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units89131.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,843100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Raton

Occupancy by Household Size in Raton
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,12639.6%
2-Person Household98734.7%
3-Person Household30910.9%
4+ Person Household42114.8%
Total Housing Units2,843100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Raton

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Raton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household677 (60.1%)449 (39.9%)
2-Person Household775 (78.5%)212 (21.5%)
3-Person Household187 (60.5%)122 (39.5%)
4+ Person Household313 (74.4%)108 (25.7%)
Total Housing Units1,952 (68.7%)891 (31.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Raton

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Raton
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School100 (34.6%)189 (65.4%)
High School Diploma839 (77.5%)243 (22.5%)
College/Associate Degree627 (61.0%)401 (39.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher386 (86.9%)58 (13.1%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Raton

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Raton
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years51118.0%
35 to 44 Years37813.3%
45 to 54 Years40314.2%
55 to 64 Years45516.0%
65 to 74 Years67023.6%
75 to 84 Years28910.2%
85 Years and Over1374.8%
Total2,843100.0%

Housing Finances in Raton

Median Income by Occupancy in Raton

Median Income by Occupancy in Raton
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,952 (68.7%)$50,000
Renter-Occupied891 (31.3%)$28,806
Average2,843 (100.0%)$40,899

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Raton

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Raton
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00030 (1.5%)40 (4.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99912 (0.6%)26 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $14,99929 (1.5%)180 (20.2%)
$15,000 to $19,99969 (3.5%)119 (13.4%)
$20,000 to $24,999257 (13.2%)34 (3.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999294 (15.1%)150 (16.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999285 (14.6%)62 (7.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999554 (28.4%)148 (16.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999155 (7.9%)70 (7.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999216 (11.1%)55 (6.2%)
$150,000 or more51 (2.6%)7 (0.8%)
Total1,952 (100.0%)891 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Raton

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Raton
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300225 (11.5%)96 (10.8%)
$300 to $499591 (30.3%)42 (4.7%)
$500 to $799268 (13.7%)393 (44.1%)
$800 to $999323 (16.6%)229 (25.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499419 (21.5%)20 (2.2%)
$1,500 to $1,99952 (2.7%)45 (5.1%)
$2,000 to $2,49969 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9995 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,952 (100.0%)891 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Raton

Housing Structures in Raton

Housing Structures in Raton
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,07172.9%
Single Unit, Attached511.8%
2 Unit Apartments863.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments792.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1645.8%
10 or more Apartments160.6%
Mobile Home / Other37613.2%
Total2,843100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Raton

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Raton
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,629 (78.7%)442 (21.3%)
Single Unit, Attached29 (56.9%)22 (43.1%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)86 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments10 (12.7%)69 (87.3%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)164 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other284 (75.5%)92 (24.5%)
Total1,952 (68.7%)891 (31.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Raton

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Raton
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room40 (2.1%)26 (2.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms108 (5.5%)406 (45.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms726 (37.2%)359 (40.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms670 (34.3%)78 (8.7%)
8 or more Rooms408 (20.9%)22 (2.5%)
Total1,952 (100.0%)891 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Raton

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Raton
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas1,404 (71.9%)701 (78.7%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas57 (2.9%)57 (6.4%)
Electricity275 (14.1%)115 (12.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels216 (11.1%)18 (2.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,952 (100.0%)891 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Raton

Household Vehicle Usage in Raton
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle155 (7.9%)212 (23.8%)
1 Vehicle512 (26.2%)384 (43.1%)
2 Vehicles629 (32.2%)140 (15.7%)
3 or more Vehicles656 (33.6%)155 (17.4%)
Total1,952 (100.0%)891 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Raton

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Raton

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,007945
Median Property Value$112,200$123,600
Median Household Income$51,265$12
Monthly Housing Costs$383$0
Real Estate Taxes$600$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Raton

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Raton
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000109 (10.8%)58 (6.1%)
$50,000 to $99,999322 (32.0%)201 (21.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999451 (44.8%)664 (70.3%)
$300,000 to $499,99990 (8.9%)17 (1.8%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)5 (0.5%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more35 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,007 (100.0%)945 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Raton

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Raton
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00014 (1.4%)15 (1.6%)
$10,000 to $24,999209 (20.7%)28 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999101 (10.0%)146 (15.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999137 (13.6%)193 (20.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999333 (33.1%)148 (15.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99991 (9.0%)221 (23.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99983 (8.2%)64 (6.8%)
$150,000 or more39 (3.9%)133 (14.1%)
Total1,007 (100.0%)945 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Raton

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Raton
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x385 (38.2%)42,229 (4,468.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x164 (16.3%)238 (25.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x151 (15.0%)254 (26.9%)
4.0x or more301 (29.9%)258 (27.3%)
Total1,007 (100.0%)945 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Raton

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Raton
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800616 (61.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499165 (16.4%)475 (50.3%)
$800 to $1,499122 (12.1%)412 (43.6%)
Total1,007 (100.0%)945 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Raton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Raton

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Raton
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years400 (93.7%)27 (6.3%)
6 to 18 Years638 (94.0%)41 (6.0%)
19 to 25 Years482 (96.4%)18 (3.6%)
26 to 34 Years519 (86.1%)84 (13.9%)
35 to 44 Years663 (80.8%)157 (19.2%)
45 to 54 Years617 (98.3%)11 (1.8%)
55 to 64 Years724 (93.1%)54 (6.9%)
65 to 74 Years916 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older503 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,462 (93.3%)392 (6.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Raton

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Raton
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born400 (93.7%)27 (6.3%)
Foreign Born, Citizen638 (94.0%)41 (6.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen482 (96.4%)18 (3.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Raton

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Raton
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,400 (97.2%)40 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,500 (94.6%)86 (5.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999966 (80.2%)238 (19.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999708 (98.5%)11 (1.5%)
$100,000 and over888 (98.1%)17 (1.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Raton

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Raton
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6380 (89.0%)20 (4.7%)
6 to 18 Years377 (55.5%)307 (45.2%)
19 to 25 Years337 (67.4%)193 (38.6%)
25 to 34 Years322 (53.4%)243 (40.3%)
35 to 44 Years438 (53.4%)315 (38.4%)
45 to 54 Years302 (48.1%)451 (71.8%)
55 to 64 Years504 (64.8%)383 (49.2%)
65 to 74 Years903 (98.6%)634 (69.2%)
75 Years and over503 (100.0%)305 (60.6%)
Total4,066 (69.5%)2,851 (48.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Raton

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Raton
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years10 (3.2%)13 (2.9%)
18 to 34 Years129 (20.6%)112 (20.3%)
35 to 64 Years281 (26.4%)298 (25.7%)
65 to 74 Years91 (21.6%)142 (28.7%)
75 Years and over137 (67.8%)240 (79.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Raton

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Raton: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years67 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years52 (4.9%)79 (6.8%)
65 to 74 Years61 (14.4%)23 (4.7%)
75 Years and over126 (62.4%)177 (58.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Raton: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years37 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years35 (3.3%)55 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)13 (2.6%)
75 Years and over4 (2.0%)104 (34.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Raton: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (3.2%)13 (2.9%)
18 to 34 Years91 (14.5%)100 (18.1%)
35 to 64 Years98 (9.2%)157 (13.5%)
65 to 74 Years8 (1.9%)50 (10.1%)
75 Years and over6 (3.0%)106 (35.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Raton: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years29 (4.6%)13 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years143 (13.4%)223 (19.2%)
65 to 74 Years56 (13.3%)68 (13.8%)
75 Years and over111 (54.9%)124 (41.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Raton: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)13 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years28 (2.6%)62 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years13 (3.1%)8 (1.6%)
75 Years and over10 (5.0%)71 (23.6%)

Technology Access in Raton

Computing Device Access in Raton

Computing Device Access in Raton
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,82064.0%
Smartphone2,14675.5%
Tablet1,70960.1%
No Computing Device43715.4%
Total2,843100.0%

Internet Access in Raton

Internet Access in Raton
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,36548.0%
Cellular Data Only58020.4%
Satellite Internet2719.5%
No Internet71925.3%
Total2,843100.0%

Raton Summary

Raton, New Mexico is a small city located in Colfax County in the northeastern corner of the state. It is situated at the base of Raton Pass, a mountain pass that was historically used by Native Americans, Spanish explorers, and settlers to cross the Rocky Mountains. The city is located near the Colorado border and is the county seat of Colfax County.
Raton has a population of approximately 6,000 people and is the largest city in Colfax County. The city is located at an elevation of 6,890 feet and has a total area of 4.2 square miles. The city is located in the Raton Basin, which is a large valley surrounded by the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the east and the Raton Mesa to the west.
The economy of Raton is largely based on agriculture, tourism, and retail. The city is home to several large agricultural operations, including a large dairy farm and a large cattle ranch. The city is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Raton Museum of Natural History, the Raton Pass National Historic Site, and the Raton Country Club. The city also has several retail stores, including a Walmart Supercenter, a Lowe's Home Improvement store, and several restaurants.
The demographics of Raton are largely Hispanic, with approximately 70% of the population identifying as Hispanic or Latino. The median household income in Raton is $37,000, and the median age is 37. The city has a high rate of poverty, with approximately 25% of the population living below the poverty line.
Raton is served by the Raton Municipal Airport, which provides air service to the city. The city is also served by the Raton Amtrak station, which provides rail service to the city. The city is also served by several highways, including Interstate 25, US Route 64, and US Route 87.
Raton is a small city with a rich history and a diverse economy. The city is home to several tourist attractions, agricultural operations, and retail stores. The city has a large Hispanic population and a high rate of poverty. The city is served by the Raton Municipal Airport, the Raton Amtrak station, and several highways.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Raton?
Total Population of Raton is 6,046.
What is the Total Male Population of Raton?
Total Male Population of Raton is 2,906.
What is the Total Female Population of Raton?
Total Female Population of Raton is 3,140.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Raton?
There are 92.55 Males per 100 Females in Raton.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Raton?
There are 108.05 Females per 100 Males in Raton.
What is the Median Population Age in Raton?
Median Population Age in Raton is 44.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Raton
Average Family Size in Raton is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Raton
Average Household Size in Raton is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Raton?
Per Capita income in Raton is $25,679.
What is the Median Family Income in Raton?
Median Family Income in Raton is $52,260.
What is the Median Household income in Raton?
Median Household Income in Raton is $40,899.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Raton?
Income or Wage Gap in Raton is 25.4%.
Women in Raton earn 74.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Raton?
Inequality or Gini Index in Raton is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Raton?
There are 2,694 People in the Labor Forcein in Raton.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Raton?
52.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Raton.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Raton?
Unemployment Rate in Raton is 0.8%.