Malaga, New Mexico is a small community located in the Southwestern part of the state. According to BestPlaces rankings, Malaga has a BestPlaces Score of 66 out of 100, which is on par with the national average. The cost of living in this area is also considered quite reasonable, given the cost-of-living index rating of 87, which is 7% lower than the U.S. average. With regards to weather and climate, Malaga generally experiences mild winters and hot summers - with temperatures ranging from an average low of 34 degrees Fahrenheit to an average high of 89 degrees Fahrenheit. The area also gets about 15 inches of precipitation annually. Additionally, Malaga’s crime rates are 9% lower than the national average and unemployment rate sits at 4%, which is slightly lower than the country's rate of 4.4%. Overall, Malaga offers residents a safe and affordable place to live with comfortable seasonal temperatures throughout the year.
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