Silver City, NM
Silver City · NM 88061
Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$204K
Median Price
46/100
Walk Score
7/10
Schools
20 min
to Employment centers in downtown Silver City
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Silver City offers a quiet, family-friendly atmosphere with limited public transportation and walkability. While it's a decent place to settle, homeowners should be aware of the relatively high cost of living and stagnant job market.
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The Good
- ✓Quiet and family-friendly atmosphere
- ✓Abundant green space and outdoor recreational opportunities
- ✓Reasonable housing prices
Real Talk
- !Limited public transportation and walkability
- !High cost of living compared to the median income
- !Stagnant job market with limited career advancement opportunities
- $High transportation costs due to reliance on personal vehicles
- $Potential for significant snowfall and cold temperatures in the winter
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Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Silver City, NM
Safety grade
57% safer than the national average
50% safer than the national average
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