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Alamogordo, NM vs Pahrump, NV

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Are people in Pahrump older or younger than people in Alamogordo?
- The Median Age in Pahrump is 14.9 years older than in Alamogordo.

Are housing costs cheaper in Pahrump or Alamogordo?
- Pahrump housing costs are 71.4% more expensive than Alamogordo housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Pahrump or Alamogordo?
- The average commute for residents of Pahrump is 10.9 minutes longer than it is for residents of Alamogordo.

Things to do in Alamogordo?
Alamogordo NM seats east Las Cruces which is known primarily for its unique outdoor spots like Oliver Lee Memorial State Park where hikers and picnickers find plenty of trails & breathtaking views that pair well with excellent shopping opportunities throughout town!

Things to do in Pahrump?
Pahrump, Nevada sits within Nye County featuring numerous attractions such as Spring Mountain State Park or Pahrump Valley Speedway combined with stores like Pahrump Nugget Hotel & Casino and multiple dining spots including Mamma Mia's Italian Restaurant.

 Alamogordo, NMPahrump, NVUnited States
 Population31,20142,471329,725,481
 Median Income$46,026$53,743$69,021
 Median Age3953.938.4
 Avg. Home Price$192,200$329,500$338,100
 Unemployment Rate7.0%5.7%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time15.9826.8626.38
Reviews for Alamogordo    14 Reviews

Over 3 years ago

I am originally from Alamogordo, and moved away about 9 years ago. We are now seriously considering on moving back to this little small town. After being away in a  More

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Over 10 years ago

The school system in Alamogordo NM is terrible. The high school here has the highest GRADS program in the state which is teen moms dual enrolled. They do no offer  More

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Over 12 years ago

I've lived in Alamogordo for two years now after living in Tacoma, Washington (too much rain, too much crime) for 20 years. Generally, it's a nice little conservative  More

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Reviews for Pahrump    28 Reviews

Over 1 years ago

There is so much new blood here and it's young. With the opening of Arby's, Chipotle, and maybe Dutch Brothers it's starting to feel a lot bigger than it used to. There  More

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Over 2 years ago

We moved to Pahrump about 7 years ago after our home in Las Vegas sold to the first couple looking at it, and we couldn't find a home there that we liked in our price  More

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Someone needs to update this information. Things have changed. The Town of Pahrump is making changes. No one wants negative comments about where they live, and the fact  More

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