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Raton, NM

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Population
5,952
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
6,667 ft
Median Home Value
$134,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$741/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$52,641
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in New MexicoPopulation rankingHighest population places in New MexicoNearest larger communityPueblo, Colorado96 miles away · 110,404 residents.

About Raton

Raton is a city and the county seat of Colfax County, New Mexico, situated just south of the historic Raton Pass near the Colorado border. Positioned along the mountain branch of the Santa Fe Trail and hosting the annual Run to Raton motorcycle rally, the community of approximately 6,026 is served by the Raton Public Schools district.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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