City vs city
Santa Fe, NM vs Las Cruces, NM
| Santa Fe | Las Cruces | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 88,224 | 112,612 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Median home value | $411,500 | $217,400 |
| Median rent | $1,380 | $946 |
| Household income | $70,110 | $55,176 |
| Unemployment | 5.1% | 7.4% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 22% | 20% |
| 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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