Alamogordo

Alamogordo, New Mexico Overview

With a composite score of 48.3/100 and a C grade, Alamogordo ranks #7 of 20 cities in New Mexico. Its strongest showing is in Affordability (74/100), while Livability (30/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Alamogordo

The median household income in Alamogordo is $52,515, 9% below the statewide median of $57,488. The local unemployment rate of 4% is matching the state’s 4%. Population grew 0.4% recently.

Safety in Alamogordo

At 403.2 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Alamogordo sits meaningfully below the New Mexico average of 717 — a 78% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2962.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Alamogordo

The median home value is $163,600. Median monthly rent is $886. Renters spend 20.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Alamogordo

The adult obesity rate in Alamogordo is 35.9%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 12.5%. Residents report an average of 16.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Mexico ranks #42 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Alamogordo

Alamogordo has a high school graduation rate of 80%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.8:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,655. The city has 10 public schools serving 4,519 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Alamogordo

Summers in Alamogordo are hot, averaging 91.9°F. Summers average 91.9°F. Winters average 48.7°F. The area is arid, receiving only 10.7 inches of precipitation annually. The average commute of 17.3 minutes is notably short.

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