Des Moines, New Mexico is a small rural community located in Lea County with a population of 88418 according to the 2019 US census. It is known for its abundance of outdoor recreational activities including nearby skiing, hiking, and fishing. Although the town is relatively small, it does offer several convenient transportation options for visitors and locals alike. The city has a local bus system operated by the Lea County Transit Authority that provides public transportation within the city limits as well as service to Route 66 destinations such as Clovis, Tucumcari, Portales and Roswell. The nearest airport is 90 miles away in Albuquerque which is serviced by major airlines such as American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. For those arriving in cars there are also two Amtrak train stops nearby; at Clovis and Hobbs. In addition to these transit options, there are several taxi services available throughout Des Moines making it easier than ever to explore this charming western town.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Des Moines (zip 88418) takes 0.0 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Des Moines (zip 88418) get to work:
- 67.3% drive their own car alone
- 12.7% carpool with others
- 10.9% work from home
- 0.0% take mass transit