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Gallup, NM
Gallup · McKinley County · NM 87301
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$142K
Median Price
18/100
Walk Score
7/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
70/100
B-Quietness
70/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
18/100
WYLT Score68/100
Our Take
Gallup offers affordable homes and decent schools, but it’s very car‑dependent with almost no public transit or walkable amenities. It’s a quiet, low‑risk place if you’re okay with limited job options and a modest nightlife.
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The Good
- ✓Affordable housing relative to income
- ✓Consistent school quality
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Quiet rural environment
Real Talk
- !Limited local job market
- !High dependence on personal vehicle
- !Sparse dining and entertainment options
- !Potential for higher personal spending on transportation
- $Higher vehicle maintenance and fuel costs
- $Utilities may be higher due to remote location
- $Limited public services can increase personal expenses
Best For
Remote workers seeking low costRetirees looking for quiet lifeFamilies wanting solid schoolsPeople who enjoy rural settingsBudget‑conscious movers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Gallup, NM
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher 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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