Hard place to make it!
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1/28/2016
Many of you out there in the Midwest, Northeast, and West Coast may be considering moving to the Southwest. My advice to you is to avoid Albuquerque. New Mexico is the second poorest state in the union, and number one for childhood poverty. The Land of Enchantment is in the top three for; violent crime, teenage pregnancy, alcohol/ drug related deaths, and illiteracy. Over half of the drivers are uninsured. Since 2012, the surrounding states have been in positive job growth. During these past four years, New Mexico has been in negative job growth rate.
I have lived in Albuquerque for 16 years. Having taught school for six years, I can say the schools are dismal at best in New Mexico. While 23rd in cost of living, New Mexico ranks third from the bottom in wages. Huge discrepancy, folks! Do not move here unless you are independently wealthy, and can afford a lot of land without having to work. Or, if you just want to hike and bike, and earn a living waiting tables, Albuquerque or Santa Fe might be OK for you. Everyone else, I would strongly recommend not moving here.
Art | Albuquerque, NM