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Chaparral, NM vs Alamogordo, NM

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Are people in Alamogordo older or younger than people in Chaparral?
- The Median Age in Alamogordo is 8.8 years older than in Chaparral.

Are housing costs cheaper in Alamogordo or Chaparral?
- Alamogordo housing costs are 53.1% more expensive than Chaparral housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Alamogordo or Chaparral?
- The average commute for residents of Alamogordo is 11.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Chaparral.

Things to do in Chaparral?
Chaparral, NM is a vibrant small town northeast of El Paso boasting a variety of attractions such as El Cerrito Country Club showcasing golfing experiences or Freedom Flight Park where visitors can explore historical planes; they organize unique events like Chaparral Music Festival each summer.

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!

 Chaparral, NMAlamogordo, NMUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,201329,725,481
 Median Income$33,992  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3938.4
 Avg. Home Price$125,500  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time27.91  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Chaparral    2 Reviews

Most people don't know us. When people ask "where are you originally from," and I say Chaparral, NM, they are like, "where?" Other people I meet from NM are from Las  More

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From one Santa Fe transplant to a possible other, think long and hard about moving to Santa Fe. Sure, the scenery is beautiful, the weather is not too bad and there is  More

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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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