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I like Las Cruces, however when we moved here 20 years ago Albuquerque was the choice for employment for us and some other issues. We moved to Rio Rancho which is adjacent to Albuquerque, Corrales and several other towns...
We have friends in Las Cruces as well as parts of Arizona. The choice will vary depending on various issues...
Well, I've only lived in New Mexico since last November(las cruces) and I will say that based on what you typed I would recommend las cruces over Albuquerque. yes, it leans democrat but from what I can tell most of the politicians here are moderates/ fiscal conservatives. Having moved here from northwest Arkansas it wasn't as big of a shock as I thought it would be due to the moderate nature of this place. Albuquerque has the biggest job market, yes, but crime is a serious problem in that city in a way that it isn't here in cruces. Granted, my experience with Albuquerque is limited.
Okay thanks shadowmoses.I am not concerned about the job market because i will live off of business income.
Well, I enjoy the heat but the main thing im concerned about are harsh winters. how are the winters in ABQ???Also, i watch New Mexico news a lot and the crime level in the Duke City concerns me.I will be able to find a church of Christ in any city in the state according to a friend from church who is from The Land of Enchantment.I dont think Midland and Las Cruces are that alike so how come you think they are,nmnita?Jobs wont be a issue since i will be living off of passive income.I actually enjoy hot summers.
It seems like you have thought this issue over very well and hopefully you will make the right decision for you.
To remark of answer some of what I have posted before: similarities between the 2 cities: both are considered small in the scoop of things. I think the weather would be similar and the demographics of the population somewhat similar: more country than urban. I am basing this on just a few times in the 2 cities so I may be totally off base here.
Jobs not being an issue, that is a good thing regardless when you choose to live: one less consideration.
Crime: certainly the Duke city has and always has had a crime problem, but there are small cities like Rio Rancho that are part of the metro district with lower crime and lower employment rates.
Church wise: as long as you are sure you can find a church, regardless of denomination that suits you there should be no issue.
It seems like you have thought this issue over very well and hopefully you will make the right decision for you.
To remark of answer some of what I have posted before: similarities between the 2 cities: both are considered small in the scoop of things. I think the weather would be similar and the demographics of the population somewhat similar: more country than urban. I am basing this on just a few times in the 2 cities so I may be totally off base here.
Jobs not being an issue, that is a good thing regardless when you choose to live: one less consideration.
Crime: certainly the Duke city has and always has had a crime problem, but there are small cities like Rio Rancho that are part of the metro district with lower crime and lower employment rates.
Church wise: as long as you are sure you can find a church, regardless of denomination that suits you there should be no issue.
Good luck and keep us posted.
Okay thanks nmnita.Ya your right both Midland and Las Cruces are small in the grand scheme of things.I agree the climates would be similar.However, I think Las Cruces would be drier.Your right that the cities are not very urban.Okay maybe Ill post a thread if and when i make the move.Thanks again.
Hope its not too late. Your last paragraph said it best:
Stay where you are and just come to visit.
I traveled for 4 years, much of it in New Mexico, but living in Las Cruces for 4 years has brought new meaning to the words depressing and oppressed.
My limited experience with Las Cruces was that it seemed subdued compared to Albuquerque. It seemed like a suburb in search of a city in some respects. I enjoyed my visit and the university seemed nice. I visited with some ABQ transplants and they said that LC was Albuquerque forty years ago. I wouldn’t know about that.
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