The Rankings of Las Cruces, NM Metro Area are highly favorable. With a population of 213,295, Las Cruces is the second-largest city in New Mexico and the fastest growing city in the state. The city is home to numerous attractions such as the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum, Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park, Dripping Springs Natural Area, and the International UFO Museum and Research Center. According to BestPlaces.net rankings for crime, employment growth, housing costs, education level, and quality of life; Las Cruces has some of the best scores for these criteria in all of New Mexico. Residents enjoy low housing costs (ranking #2), low crime rates (ranking #4), and high job growth (ranking #6). Furthermore, Las Cruces ranked highly for its education level (#1) and quality of life (#2). These rankings demonstrate that Las Cruces is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a safe place to live with plenty of jobs nearby.
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