City vs city
Las Cruces, NM vs Roswell, NM
| Las Cruces | Roswell | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 112,612 | 47,823 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| Median home value | $217,400 | $139,200 |
| Median rent | $946 | $840 |
| Household income | $55,176 | $50,294 |
| Unemployment | 7.4% | 5.9% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 20% | 12% |
| State crime /100k | 2,999 | 2,999 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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