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Riverton, WY vs Alamogordo, NM

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Are people in Alamogordo older or younger than people in Riverton?
- The Median Age in Alamogordo is 1.9 years older than in Riverton.

Are housing costs cheaper in Alamogordo or Riverton?
- Alamogordo housing costs are 18.1% less expensive than Riverton housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Alamogordo or Riverton?
- The average commute for residents of Alamogordo is 1.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Riverton.

Things to do in Riverton?
Riverton is a city situated within Fremont County Wyoming boasting approximately 10 thousand residents. Home to plenty of parks such as City Park or High School Park – perfect for those looking for some outdoor activities plus numerous trails available nearby should you feel like going on a hiking adventure; so don’t miss out on them if you’re looking to appreciate nature’s beauty!

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!

 Riverton, WYAlamogordo, NMUnited States
 Population  Unlock31,201329,725,481
 Median Income$51,565  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock3938.4
 Avg. Home Price$234,700  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock7.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time14.35  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Riverton    2 Reviews

The City of Riverton has some significant issues to contend with. There is a high property crime issue due to proximity to the Wind River Reservation. There is an  More

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problems that affect quality of life. There are a lot of hidden costs to living in Riverton as well as much of Wyoming. This is especially true when it comes to auto  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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