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Las Cruces, New Mexico is a vibrant city with great places to live. According to the bestplaces rankings, Las Cruces is ranked highly in terms of its livability, quality of life and amenities. In the categories of cost of living, education and health care, Las Cruces ranks very well compared to other cities in the United States. It also has very low crime rates and moderate weather all year round. Additionally, Las Cruces is home to some great outdoor activities such as camping, hiking and fishing. All these factors make it an attractive place for both individuals and families looking for a place to settle down.

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#17 Most Secure Places to Live 2011 (Mid-Size Cities)
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#18 America's Most (and Least) Stressful Cities (117 Smallest Metro Areas)
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#20 Most Secure Places to Live in the U.S. (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
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#39 2005 Best Places to Live
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#79 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Smallest Metro Areas)
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#185 Best Green Cities
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I've lived in Las Cruces for six months now. Before moving here I was in Albuquerque (3 hrs north) for four years and before that I lived in Northern Utah most of my  More

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Over 1 years ago

Las Cruces is a hidden gem! Homes are still affordable, you're not far from bigger city entertainment/transportation, and the scenery in beautiful. It's not all dry  More

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Over 3 years ago

It depends on what you are looking for; for me Las Cruces is and ideal place. I am retired and the kind of places I seek to live in have changed over the years. I have  More

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