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Las Cruces, NM
Las Cruces · Doña Ana County · NM 88001
Updated June 23, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$145K
Median Price
28/100
Walk Score
6.9/10
Schools
30 min
to Local businesses in downtown Las Cruces
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
C+Schools
69/100
CQuietness
60/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
28/100
WYLT Score60/100
Our Take
Las Cruces offers some of the cheapest housing in the U.S., but the low median income and high unemployment make it a risky place to settle unless you’re budget‑constrained. The city lacks walkability, reliable transit, and top‑tier schools, so it’s a mixed bag for families and remote workers.
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The Good
- ✓Very affordable housing and low cost of living
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Young population for a lively community
- ✓Opportunities for low‑income renters and first‑time buyers
Real Talk
- !High unemployment rate around 8.5%
- !Median household income is only about $31k
- !Walk score of 28 means you’ll need a car for most errands
- !Public transit options are nearly nonexistent
- $Potentially unreliable internet and broadband speed
- $Higher property taxes than neighboring states
- $Limited grocery and retail options may increase travel costs
Best For
budget-conscious rentersfirst‑time home buyersremote workers who can tolerate low transityoung professionals looking for cheap housing
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Las Cruces, 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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