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Alamogordo, NM vs Sierra Vista, AZ

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Are people in Sierra Vista older or younger than people in Alamogordo?
- The Median Age in Sierra Vista is 1.7 years younger than in Alamogordo.

Are housing costs cheaper in Sierra Vista or Alamogordo?
- Sierra Vista housing costs are 36.2% more expensive than Alamogordo housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Sierra Vista or Alamogordo?
- The average commute for residents of Sierra Vista is 2.0 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 Sierra Vista?
Sierra Vista, Arizona lies within Cochise County giving tourists access to attractions like Brown Canyon Ranch as well as shopping venues such as The Mall at Sierra Vista.

 Alamogordo, NMSierra Vista, AZUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,944329,725,481
 Median Income$46,026  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$192,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.8%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time15.98  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Alamogordo    14 Reviews

Over 4 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 11 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 13 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 Sierra Vista    30 Reviews

I've lived in Sierra Vista for 22 months. It has positives and negatives. Bisbee, Tombstone, being close to Tucson, are positives. The views are beautiful. There's lots  More

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Over 3 years ago

Nice town, quite, huge military community and snowbirds in winter. If you want to live where you can not be mugged and have beautiful views for miles, this is the  More

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Over 3 years ago

I have lived in Sierra Vista 3 years and for 6 months, in the town north of S.V. sierra Vista lives up to its name with gorgeous mountains encircling you and sunrises  More

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