Harding County, New Mexico has consistently been ranked among the best places to live in the United States. In 2019, it received an overall score of 6.8 out of 10 from Best Places, making it one of the top counties in the state for quality of life. The county scored particularly well in terms of safety and education as it was given a score of 8 out of 10 in both categories. Additionally, Harding County is known for its low cost of living when compared to other parts of the country with residents paying just $15,000 per year in taxes on average. With its small size and tight-knit community feel, Harding County is a great place to live for those who want to be close to nature but don’t need major metropolitan amenities.
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