Gila, NM is a small town located in the southwestern corner of New Mexico. It has a population of just over 200 people. Despite its small size, Gila is a great place to call home. According to the Bestplaces rankings, Gila has an overall score of 65/100, indicating that it provides an above average quality of life. The categories that determine this score are cost of living, crime rate, education and amenities. In terms of cost of living, Gila is ranked as slightly better than average with a score of 77/100. The crime rate in Gila is rated higher than average at 85/100 while the education and amenities category have scores of 40/100 and 63/100 respectively. Overall these scores indicate that although there are some areas for improvement in Gila’s quality of life, it remains an attractive place to live due to its affordability and overall safety.
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