Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque · NM 87114
Updated August 24, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$333K
Median Price
82/100
Walk Score
8.3/10
Schools
15 min
to Albuquerque
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Albuquerque's 87114 area has a mix of good and not-so-good, making it a solid but not spectacular place to live. You'll find decent schools, a car-dependent layout, and somewhat limited dining options. However, low crime rates and a relatively affordable housing market are positives.
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The Good
- ✓decent schools
- ✓affordable housing market
- ✓low crime rates
- ✓plenty of outdoor spaces
Real Talk
- !car-dependent layout
- !limited dining options
- !some schools may not be as highly rated as others
- !flood risk is low but always be aware
- $high summer temperatures
- $winter snow can be a challenge
- $summer monsoon storms can be intense
Best For
Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Albuquerque, NM
Safety grade
57% safer than the national average
50% safer than the national average
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