Poverty rate is 17.1%, which is higher than I expected. Homes are going for about $217,400 on average. Household incomes average around $55,176 in Las Cruces. Median household income is $55,176, which feels about average for the area. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What are your go-to spots? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Jack Mendoza
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 9 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cost of living is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Westside side vs the Cedar Grove side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Charles W.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 14 years ago from Salt Lake City and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in The Heights. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in marketing. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally challenging. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
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