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What BestPlaces Users Say about Carlsbad
Carlsbad, New Mexico is a small city located in the southeastern part of the state. With a population of around 28,000, it is known for its beautiful landscape and close proximity to Carlsbad Caverns National Park. However, like any place, it has its pros and cons. Looking at various user reviews on BestPlaces.net, it is evident that there are mixed opinions about living in Carlsbad. Some praise its affordability and friendly community, while others mention issues with crime and limited job opportunities. Let's take a closer look at four different user reviews to get a better understanding of what it's like to live in this particular place.
According to a review by John, who has been living in Carlsbad for over 20 years, the city has a "small town charm" and is a great place to raise a family. He mentions that the cost of living is reasonable and the people are welcoming and helpful. He says, "I have never felt unsafe in this city and I am proud to call it my home."
On the other hand, Maria shares a different perspective. She moved to Carlsbad from a larger city and found it to be "very boring" with limited activities and entertainment options. She also mentions that the job market is not very diverse, making it difficult for her to find a job in her field. She says, "If you enjoy a quiet and slow-paced life, then Carlsbad may be the place for you. But for me, it was not a good fit."
A review by David highlights the natural beauty of Carlsbad and its surrounding areas. He loves the nearby national park and enjoys exploring the various hiking trails in the region. However, he does mention some concerns about the air and water quality, stating, "The oil and gas industry has a strong presence here and it does have an impact on the environment. It's something to consider before moving here."
Lastly, Stephanie talks about the sense of community and strong family values in Carlsbad. She appreciates the small town feel and the fact that everyone knows each other. However, like many others, she also expresses concerns about crime in the city, especially drug-related crimes. She says, "Unfortunately, there are some areas with high crime rates, but as long as you stay aware of your surroundings, you should be fine."
In conclusion, the reviews about living in Carlsbad, New Mexico are varied. Some love the small town atmosphere and affordable cost of living, while others find it lacking in terms of job opportunities and entertainment. However, most agree that the natural beauty of the area is a major plus, though there are some concerns about environmental issues. Ultimately, whether or not Carlsbad is the right place to live depends on individual preferences and priorities.
based on 15 ReviewsGet to know Carlsbad with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Carlsbad
Carlsbad N. M. is O.K. - 5/14/2022
We used to visit here every few years from Michigan just to see the Living Desert State Park. A very long way to drive to spend a a couple of days in this hauntingly lovely place. We finally retired and moved to Carlsbad. It was lovely but got crazy with oil field opening. Now it is quiet again. Hey, you have what you have. I figure take or leave it. It is more of a retirement community. Carlsbad Caverns and it is the desert. We do not have the freezing weather. It sure seems ok during
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Beautiful place but very difficult - 9/21/2021
Been here 9 years. Very difficult place. Price gouging, extremely expensive to live here. Crazy amounts of crime, cops do nothing. Very crowded, bad traffic and crazy drivers. Never seen more confrontational people anywhere. Don’t honk your horn or someone might pull a gun on you. They think that’s normal here. Lots of uninsured drivers, I’ve been hit 3 times while stopped in traffic and while parked. One was a hit-and-run, one broke bones and almost killed me. I’ve had stuff stolen out of my yard and the back of my truck, it’s great to go outside in the morning and see strange footprints around your truck and windows. I’ve ran thieves off my porch and my dogs have scared off sketchy people more than once. My neighborhood is considered pretty good for Carlsbad. This is not normal for such a small isolated area. Real high rates of domestic abuse and teen pregnancy and alcoholism and drug abuse. Not many options for healthcare, hope you like driving. Oilfield creates an impossible
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Carlsbad is NOT the place you want to move to! - 6/29/2020
I've lived here ten years and hate it. It's an oilfield town and they take advantage of that by doing a lot of price gouging... it's very difficult to find reasonably priced housing. It's cheaper to buy a house but houses are overpriced too and property taxes are high. It's extremely hot, dry and windy (of course, it's a desert). We see very little rain and even less snow. Crime is high and it's a known drug town. It's not a good place for a family. The locals tend to be rude and won't even return a smile but a few are nice. We do have a lot of churches but I've never been able to find that old-fashioned Gospel Church here...most feel like going to a concert and preach what the people want to hear, instead of the word of God. We have gotten more places to shop over the past few years (Rue 21, Ross, Maurice's) but most go out of town to shop. Before Covid, Carlsbad was overcrowded and traffic was horrendous (horrible drivers!) but most oilfield workers have left and it's not as crowded
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Still the strongest economy in NM - 3/21/2016
There are 894 available jobs on the state's Department of Workforce solutions Job database webpage today. This number has been consistently over 800 for the past six years- we track it. Housing is the biggest issue here, especially rentals. Carlsbad still has second highest family incomes in state. Unemployment is below the national average (as it has been for a decade)- currently it is 4.8%. Carlsbad has the most solid economy in the entire state right now. Diverse industries including mining, nuclear, oil and gas, manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism keep our economy afloat. Compare the stats to Roswell, Albuquerque, Hobbs and Las Cruces. Can't beat
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Expensive - 5/29/2015
The truth of the matter is that jobs are scarce, and that this town has doubled costs on real estate. Difficult for new (single) people to want to live here, because it is not an affordable place to live.
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Friendly place that values businesses, children, a - 11/20/2013
Carlsbad, NM is a booming small city in the southeastern corner of New Mexico. It is called the "jewel of the Pecos" due to its water and parks. Unemployment is now at 3.4% and the median household income is at $53,000. It's service population (including everything within 15 minutes) is now almost 44,000. The community has oil and natural gas production, potash mining, nuclear materials mangement, manufacturing, tourism and agriculture industries as units as its largest employment. The diversity of the community helped it grow and thrive during the 2008 recession.
It is rapidly growing, so there is a housing shortage of rental property available, but that is getting better with the recent construction of three large gated communities and a new one on the way. New rentals run from $700/month to $1500/month depending on size. There are also two large nice new subdivisions going up in the community with houses ranging from $150K to $300K (1,700 sf up to 2,800 sf). Several
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Hometown feel. Jobs aplenty. Business-, kid-, and - 11/20/2013
Carlsbad, NM is a booming small city in the southeastern corner of New Mexico. It is called the "jewel of the Pecos" due to its water and parks. Unemployment is now at 3.4% and the median household income is at $53,000. It's service population (including everything within 15 minutes) is now almost 44,000. The community has oil and natural gas production, potash mining, nuclear materials mangement, manufacturing, tourism and agriculture industries as units as its largest employment. The diversity of the community helped it grow and thrive during the 2008 recession.
It is rapidly growing, so there is a housing shortage of rental property available, but that is getting better with the recent construction of three large gated communities and a new one on the way. New rentals run from $700/month to $1500/month depending on size. There are also two large nice new subdivisions going up in the community with houses ranging from $150K to $300K (1,700 sf up to 2,800 sf). Several
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Children - 3/19/2013
The evil in the air of this town is gross.
The children grow up with illness from their
elders. The teachers and the schools hurt the
children anyway they can. The children find
their own way to heal. They live with the
filth. They drown in it. Worthless adults
that know better. Rape, murder, abuse, then they
preach
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No Apartments? - 9/13/2012
I've looked all over, including in their own online classified ads from their local newspaper. There seem to be no apartmentsd in this city of Carlsbad. In ten different sites, I've seen only one over-priced apartment. I was supposed to be moving there for a job at the Carlbad Community Hospital, but maybe I should stay where I am until I can find something with easily verified/ arrangeable living
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Yeah, it's out there - 1/18/2011
Carlsbad is home to a major Dept of Energy site. The result is a large contingent of highly educated, relatively sophisticated and well off people living among much poorer and less educated locals. There is no real antagonism - the two worlds just don't mix much.
Carlsbad is isolated - the closest major city and airport is El Paso, a three hour drive west. Perhaps because of its isolation, an outgoing person can stay surprisingly busy here. There are clubs for everything, a fine community theater, a wonderful community chorus, and plenty of volunteer opportunities. We were here four years and were far more active here than in any other place we've lived. There are a 3 screen indoor theater and a 3 screen drive-in open year round. The Community Concert folks bring in some wonderful shows at very reasonable prices. The rodeo comes to town every fall. If you're sitting home twiddling your thumbs, it's your own fault.
Carlsbad has some beautiful
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