Las Cruces Metro Area, NM

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
221,665 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,663 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$205,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$400 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$757 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.7% 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 1 42
Feb 0 0 47
Mar 0 0 53
Apr 0 0 60
May 0 0 70
Jun 1 0 78
Jul 2 0 80
Aug 2 0 78
Sep 1 0 73
Oct 1 0 62
Nov 0 0 50
Dec 1 1 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NM State Senate District 36, NM State House District 36, NM
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Schools

East Picacho Elementary
1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Mayfield High
2 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Vista Middle
3 miles, E • 1.4 star
Picacho Middle
3 miles, S • 1 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Memorial Medical Center
7 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

El Paso International Airport
46 miles, S • 1.9 star
Roswell Air Center
149 miles, E • 1 star
Lea County Regional Airport
212 miles, E • 1 star
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