What BestPlaces Users Say about Las Cruces
Las Cruces, New Mexico is a thriving city located in the southern part of the state. It has a population of over 100,000 people and is known for its beautiful desert landscapes, vibrant arts and culture scene, and low cost of living. In order to get a better understanding of what it's like to live in Las Cruces, let's take a look at what some users have to say about it on the website Best Places.
According to user reviews on Best Places, Las Cruces offers a great quality of life and a welcoming community. One user, Sarah, states that "Las Cruces has that small town feel with all the amenities of a bigger city. The people are friendly and there's always something fun to do." Another user, Michael, praises the city's affordability, stating that "the cost of living here is very reasonable and you get a lot for your money."
However, some users mention issues with the weather in Las Cruces. As user Lisa points out, "the summers can be brutal with the heat, but the rest of the year is beautiful." Another user, Mark, also notes that "the lack of rain can be a downside, but the sunny days make up for it."
In addition to the weather, some users mention concerns about the job market in Las Cruces. As user Samantha states, "it can be difficult to find good job opportunities here, especially in certain industries." On the other hand, user Kim highlights the city's growing economy, saying "there are a lot of new businesses and job opportunities popping up in Las Cruces, which is exciting to see."
Overall, the majority of user reviews about living in Las Cruces are positive. From the friendly community to the affordable cost of living, it seems to be a great place to call home. While there are some challenges, such as the weather and job market, many users have found ways to overcome them and enjoy all that Las Cruces has to offer.
based on 50 ReviewsGet to know Las Cruces with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Las Cruces
Ethnicity in Las Cruces - 5/1/2008
TCU Joe,
I've read your rant and for someone who's entering the PHD program in Chemistry, you haven't got the spelling IQ of a 5th grader. I am an Anglo who grew up down the street here in the Sun City (El Paso) and I find LC quite nice. The racial divide does exist and it has nothing to do with money. It has EVERYTHING to do with perception. And what's sad is that when an Anglo speaks his mind about diversity and offends a minority, he's a racist. Vice-versa? Justifiable in the minds of the ignorant.
My "hood" was 95% Mexican and I ALWAYS notice when I'm in an area where:
1. Mariachi music isn't blaring from someone's car
2. Mexican food isn't a delicacy
3. English is the preferred language of McDonald's servers
4. Good education is a standard, not a luxury
Okay, let 'er rip. Call me names, call me pinche' guero, whatever makes you feel better. I've been a minority in my hometown all my life and it stinks.
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Las Cruces - Pros/Cons - 4/6/2008
Pros:
1. Low crime rate
2. Low cost of living and housing for region
3. Affordable place to live
4. Good school system
5. Nice physical setting and climate
6. A good place to live and raise a family
Cons:
1. Rapid growth
2. Poor air
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Desert Life - 3/6/2008
Las Cruces is a rapidly growing community with AWESOME weather most of the year. There's a lot to see and do in the area. The biggest problem is you have to drive to do it. The cost of living and great climate make up for it
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Property taxes and weather - 1/18/2008
I lived in Palm Springs,Oxnard,Bakersfield, California and Fort Worth, Texas. For me the best place I have ever lived is Las Cruces N.M. dollar for dollar and no it is not hotter than any place that I lived in except Oxnard which is a beach city and way too expensive for a hard working middle clase family to live in, forget about buying a home there. Texas is the worst climate I ever lived in humid,muggy,jungle heat and life threating storms,tornados, baseball size hail, and I ALMOST forgot stupidly expensive property TAXES those idiots in state government rape you if you own a nice home to fund the schools, what about the state lottery that was to help pay for schools. Whose redneck wallets are getting waxed. They tax you $1.50 for every 100.00 your home is worth or 1.5 times 200,000 and on top of that county,city,water, etc,etc I got the hell out of Dodge no thanks Texas plus on top of all that you have to give away your home when you sell it no apreciation, you don't even get the
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Las Cruces is Just the Best - 1/15/2008
We moved here from Las Vegas, NV two years ago. I haven't heard that four letter word, people let you into traffic and open doors, that hand gesture used in traffic hasn't been seen and it is just tranquillo!
Located just 40 miles from the El Paso airport we can go anywhere, park our car inexpensively at the airport and it's so much easier than Vegas. Las Cruces has a university, an historical area, good food and it's just perfect. The air is clean and the views are magnificant.
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Climate - 1/7/2008
In general, the climate is great (dry, cold winters and wet, warm summers), but the reality is somewhat different. Unlike most people, I find that there is too much sun, and it's quite intense. Summers can be miserable and seem to last forever; the mix of heat and humidity can be overwhelming. Spring winds, with frequent dust storms, can be unbearable. However, there are some exquisite days with moderate temperatures and just the right amount of
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DRIVING and PARKING - 12/24/2007
Hi
I recently bought a house in Las Cruces and while I haven't moved yet, I have spent some time there. I love being able to drive with ease from one place to another. The roads are good. I always find parking - FREE parking. I LOVE that! People are friendly. I currently live on the central coast of California - lots of traffic and little to no free
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Too much, too fast-an oversell! - 8/5/2007
Unfortunately, our fair city has been monopolized by developers for nearly two plus decades who have wielded the "big ax" of City Development and Growth. Somehow they have been able to convince the right magazines and other media influences that this "once lovely community on the Rio Grande" is the "Best of Everything". The City has had rampant growth with minimal time to step back and breathe. Zoning and plans have changed to almost appease the developers wishes. New retirees have brought in their big dollars from California and northern states to drive costs ridiculously high. The infrastructure, planned for a smaller community, is way behind the growth rate and traffic is becoming unbearable. The local City and County Politicians are not handling the situation as well as they could, being caught between developers who have their insatiable appetite of more and the local populace who want a slower and more thoughtful pace. Wise people would be smart not to be taken in by these "Best
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July High temp is closer to 103 degrees, not 97! - 7/2/2007
However, before you freak out, do understand that it is a dry heat, and with very low humidity you really don't feel the heat as much as you do in humid areas. Just stay out of the sun during midday and drink lots of water!
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Las Cruces Summer weather is HOT! - 7/1/2007
I can't imagine why this website says our July High temperature is in the high 90's -- right now it is July 1st and we have already been having temps aroudn 103 for over a week! HOWEVER, IT IS A DRY HEAT, SO IT REALLY DOESN'T FEEL AS HOT AS THE SAME TEMPERATURE IN HIGHER HUMIDITY. I really mean that. 95 degrees in coastal California used to knock me over, know here in Las Cruces, NM, I can handle 103 days just fine as long as I stay out of the sun, and drink A LOT of water. I do mean A LOT OF WATER.
Most homes here have evaporative cooling, rather than refrigerated air conditioning, so they dont' get as cool as you would like, but you really do adjust to the summer heat here. We just don't plan outdoor activities in the middle of the day during the summer.
Also, I was surprised they said we only had 292 days of sunshine per year here - I think it must be much higher than that! It hardly ever rains here, except during the monsoon season (yes, that it really
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