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Farmington, NM vs Silver City, NM
Farmington, NM vs Silver City, NM: What the data shows
Farmington, NM is in Farmington, NM while Silver City, NM is in Silver City, NM — both in the same state. On home prices, Silver City, NM is the more affordable option at $178,300 median — $15,500 less than Farmington, NM's $193,800. WYLT rates Farmington, NM as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Silver City, NM as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Silver City, NM has the stronger safety profile of the two. Farmington, NM has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Silver City, NM has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Farmington, NM has Low flood risk and Silver City, NM has Low flood risk.
Farmington, NM is the more walkable neighborhood. Farmington, NM scores 9/100 (car-dependent) versus Silver City, NM's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Silver City, NM has the higher school rating — Farmington, NM rates 6.1/10 and Silver City, NM rates 7/10.
| Category | Farmington, NM | Silver City, NM |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $194K | $178K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $970 | $825 ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $53K ✓ Higher income | $47K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Low ✓ More stable |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 9/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | 1/100 | 1/100 |
| Bike Score | 1/100 | 1/100 |
| Commute | 60 min | 45 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | B ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.1/10 | 7/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Families looking for affordable homesOutdoor enthusiastsPeople who can work remotely | Budget‑conscious familiesRemote workers who can handle slow broadbandOutdoor enthusiasts |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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