Cloudcroft, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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
1,275 332.4M (US)
Median Age
18.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$38,428 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
46.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$200,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$434 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$573 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
23.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Otero County
5
Alamogordo Urban Area
5
New Mexico
6

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Otero County
5
Alamogordo Urban Area
5
New Mexico
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 4 39
Feb 1 4 42
Mar 1 3 48
Apr 1 1 54
May 1 0 63
Jun 1 0 71
Jul 3 0 73
Aug 3 0 71
Sep 2 0 66
Oct 1 1 55
Nov 1 2 46
Dec 1 5 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NM State Senate District 34, NM State House District 56, NM
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Schools

Cloudcroft Elementary
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Cloudcroft Middle
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Cloudcroft High
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Olympian Academy of Cosmetology
13 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Lincoln County Medical Center
26 miles, NE • 5 star
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Airports

Roswell Air Center
74 miles, E • 1 star
El Paso International Airport
88 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Lea County Regional Airport
147 miles, SE • 1 star
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