Mescalero, NM is a small town located in Otero County. It has a population of approximately 1,400 people and is home to the Mescalero Apache Tribe. The town is situated along US Highway 70 and provides residents with access to nearby towns and cities. When it comes to transportation in Mescalero, public transportation options are limited due to the town's size. However, there are several services available for residents including shuttle buses that run between Ruidoso, Carrizozo, and Mescalero. Additionally, private taxi services are available in the area to provide transportation when needed. Finally, Greyhound Bus Lines offer services to Albuquerque and El Paso from nearby Alamogordo which can be accessed by car or public transportation. With these options available, residents of Mescalero are able to easily access nearby areas for shopping or recreational activities.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Mescalero takes 18.5 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Mescalero get to work:
- 64.9% drive their own car alone
- 15.9% carpool with others
- 0.9% work from home
- 12.5% take mass transit