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Lucas M.
Things that make Gallup unique
Curious what people think. Been living here since 2014. Thanks! The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Gallup, NM Community
10 discussions from residents and visitors
Joseph P.
Pros and cons of Gallup after 3 years
Homes are going for about $134,600 on average. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Gallup sits at 1,992.3 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Does this match y...
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Savannah James
Is public transit usable in Gallup?
Alright, I'm a 45-year-old pharmacist and You can expect to pay around $858 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Gallup sits at 1,992.3 per 100K. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Would love some local perspective.
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Savannah James
Unpopular opinion about Gallup
You can expect to pay around $858 for rent here. Poverty rate is 23.7%, which is higher than I expected. Rent is about $858/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property taxes are high but you get go...
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Gabriel
Worst things about Gallup nobody talks about
Military spouse here. Rent is about $858/month for a decent place. With a population of 21,333, Gallup is a small town. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has impro...
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Aiden Miller
Is Gallup worth moving to in 2026?
Hello, The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $858 for rent here. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some g...
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Lucas M.
Healthcare options in Gallup?
Anyone else feel this way? We're a young couple and The median home value here is around $134,600, which is actually reasonable. Household incomes average around $57,466 in Gallup. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There'...
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Evan Mendoza
Grocery stores in Gallup -recommendations?
Hi all, I'm a 35-year-old restaurant manager and Rent is about $858/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $134,600 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Gallup sits at 1,992.3 per 100K. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you ...
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Aiden Miller
Unpopular opinion about Gallup
Random thought, I'm a college student here and Household incomes average around $57,466 in Gallup. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What neighborhoods would you suggest...
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Hazel R.
How is Gallup for outdoor activities?
Poverty rate is 23.7%, which is higher than I expected. The median home value here is around $134,600, which is actually reasonable. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still managea...
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