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Silver City, NM
Silver City · NM 88061
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$260K
Median Price
15/100
Walk Score
7/10
Schools
60 min
to Santa Fe
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
70/100
B+Quietness
80/100
D+Commute
55/100
FWalkability
15/100
WYLT Score53/100
Our Take
Silver City offers a solid mix of decent schools, low flood risk, and a laid‑back small‑town feel that’s attractive for families and remote workers. The trade‑offs are limited walkability, a modest public‑transit network, and a job market that often forces commuters to leave town for work.
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The Good
- ✓High‑rated public schools
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Growing tourism economy
- ✓Affordability relative to larger metros
Real Talk
- !Walkability and transit are limited
- !Job opportunities largely outside the city
- !Internet speeds can vary across neighborhoods
- !Median household income lags behind cost of living
- $Older home maintenance and repairs
- $Potential higher property taxes in New Mexico
- $Need for occasional travel to larger city for specialized services
Best For
FamiliesRemote workersRetireesArt and history enthusiasts
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Silver City, 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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