Las Cruces

Las Cruces, New Mexico Overview

Las Cruces scores 47.0/100 overall (C), ranking #9 of 20 cities in New Mexico — above the state composite of 33.1. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 80/100, while Fiscal Health lags at 24/100.

Income & Employment in Las Cruces

The median household income in Las Cruces is $55,012, 4% below the statewide median of $57,488. The local unemployment rate of 4.3% is higher than the state’s 4%. Population grew 1.3% recently.

Safety in Las Cruces

Las Cruces reports 589.6 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 717 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 5439.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Las Cruces

With a cost of living index of 89.3, Las Cruces is well below the national average of 100, offering meaningful savings on everyday expenses. The median home value is $217,400. Median monthly rent is $946. Renters spend 20.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Las Cruces

The adult obesity rate in Las Cruces is 35.4%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 13%. Residents report an average of 15.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New Mexico ranks #42 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Las Cruces

Las Cruces has a high school graduation rate of 82.1%. The student-teacher ratio is 14.9:1. Per-pupil spending is $14,669. The city has 44 public schools serving 24,252 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Las Cruces

Summers in Las Cruces are hot, averaging 91.8°F. Summers average 91.8°F. Winters average 49.7°F. The area is arid, receiving only 10.7 inches of precipitation annually. The average commute of 17.6 minutes is notably short.

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