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Carlsbad, NM
Carlsbad · Eddy County · NM 88220
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$181K
Median Price
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Walk Score
5/10
Schools
120 min
to Albuquerque
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
BSafety
78/100
D+Schools
50/100
D+Quietness
50/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score48/100
Our Take
Carlsbad offers an affordable price point and some decent schools, but the lack of walkability, transit options, and a high flood risk make it a risky choice for most families. If you value low cost over convenience, it might still be worth considering.
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The Good
- ✓Very affordable median home price at $180,700
- ✓Median household income ($79,809) aligns well with local costs
- ✓Several well‑rated schools, including CARLSBAD EARLY COLLEGE HIGH
- ✓Low crime compared to larger cities (property crime moderate, violent crime low)
Real Talk
- !Walk Score of 0: almost everything requires a car
- !High flood risk (AO flood zone) means higher insurance and potential damage
- !Limited public transit and bike infrastructure
- !Commuting to larger job markets can take 2‑3 hours by car
- !Air quality can fluctuate due to desert dust
- $Potential flood insurance premiums
- $Higher utility costs for cooling in the hot desert climate
- $Longer commute times may increase vehicle wear and fuel costs
Best For
Families looking for a low‑cost homeRetirees on a fixed incomeRemote workers who can tolerate limited on‑site amenitiesPeople who prefer a small town atmosphere
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Carlsbad, NM
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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