| | Benson, AZ | Alamogordo, NM | United States |
| Overall | 84.8 | 75.2 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 94.4 | 92.2 | 100 |
| Health | 106.2 | 86.8 | 100 |
| Housing | 62.8 | 50.1 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $214,300 | $192,200 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,800.0% | 10,190.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 81.5 | 64.5 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 90.0 | 77.7 | 100 |
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Reviews for Benson 
2 Reviews
Originally first settlers were Mormon. Very family orientated.
Students have nightly curfew at 11pm. Recreational events include 4th of July parade followed by More
Benson, Arizona and surrounding communities is mostly of LDS faith. Followed next by Catholic then More
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Reviews for Alamogordo 
14 Reviews
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
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
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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