San Cristobal, New Mexico is a small community located in the Northern part of the state. It is known for its high quality of life, natural beauty and diverse cultural attractions. The city has consistently been ranked as one of the best places to live in New Mexico by a variety of publications and websites. In particular, BestPlaces ranked San Cristobal as number 62 on its list of 100 Best Places to Live in 2019 while BestPlaces.com gave the city an overall grade of A+ based on criteria such as cost of living, amenities, crime rates, education and more. Additionally, WalletHub ranked San Cristobal number 4 out of 10 cities in New Mexico for “Citizen Engagement & Government Services” and BestPlaces.com recognized the city with an award for its excellence in arts and culture programs. With so many accolades and awards from national publications and websites, it's no wonder why so many people choose to call San Cristobal home.
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