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John from Carlsbad, NM
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Carlsbad, NM
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Still the strongest economy in NM
There are 894 available jobs on the state's Department of Workforce solutions Job database webpage today. This number has been consistently over 800 for the past six years- we track it. Housing is the biggest issue here, especially rentals. Carlsbad still has second highest family incomes in state. Unemployment is below the national average (as it has been for a decade)- currently it is 4.8%. Carlsbad has the most solid economy in the entire state right now. Diverse industries including mining, nuclear, oil and gas, manufacturing, agriculture, and tourism keep our economy afloat. Compare the stats to Roswell, Albuquerque, Hobbs and Las Cruces. Can't beat Carlsbad.