Alamogordo Urban Area, NM
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
68,235
332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
21.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$52,717
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$149,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$356
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$742
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
New Mexico
6
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
New Mexico
6
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 3 | 38 |
| Feb | 0 | 3 | 42 |
| Mar | 0 | 2 | 48 |
| Apr | 0 | 0 | 55 |
| May | 0 | 0 | 63 |
| Jun | 1 | 0 | 71 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 2 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 66 |
| Oct | 1 | 0 | 56 |
| Nov | 0 | 1 | 45 |
| Dec | 1 | 4 | 38 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.
Liberal (35%) (61%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 57%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, NM State Senate District 34, NM State House District 56, NMSchools
Mountain View Middle
22 miles, N
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1.4
Desert Star Elementary
22 miles, N
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1
Yucca Elementary
22 miles, N
•
1.9
Heights Elementary
22 miles, N
•
1.9
Colleges
Olympian Academy of Cosmetology
23 miles, N
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1
New Mexico State University-Alamogordo
23 miles, N
•
1.9
Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College
51 miles, NE
•
1.4
New Mexico State University-Dona Ana
60 miles, W
•
1.9
Hospitals
Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center
24 miles, N
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3.2
Mescalero Phs Indian Hospital
38 miles, N
Lincoln County Medical Center
49 miles, NE
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5
Mountain View Regional Medical Center
60 miles, W
•
1.4
Airports
El Paso International Airport
67 miles, SW
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1.9
Roswell Air Center
85 miles, E
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1
Lea County Regional Airport
148 miles, E
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1
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport
174 miles, N
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2.8