New Mexico
Take one step into New Mexico, and you’ll feel the energetic, friendly vibe that circulates throughout the state. There is always something to do here, from attending one of the state’s standout festivals, like the Albuquerque International Balloon Festival or International Folk Art Market, to breaking a sweat while hiking one of its 35 state parks or three national parks or visiting one of its numerous cultural treasures. As for the food, it’s been simmering for more than 400 years, bringing together a blend of Spanish, Native American and Mexican influences. If this doesn’t already sound like an amazing place to call home, the state houses world-renowned research institutions like Sandia National Laboratories and Los Alamos National Laboratory. Read on to learn more about working and living in New Mexico.
New Mexico Economic Development
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Roswell-Chaves County, NM
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Quick Facts About New Mexico
- Median Household Income
- $65,588
- Average Property Tax
- $2,650
- State Population
- 2,142,198
- Sales Tax Rate
- 4.875 %
- State Income Tax
- 1.70%
- Median Monthly Rent
- $915
New Mexico Businesses & Brands to Know
Places We Love In New Mexico
Cities in New Mexico on Livability.com
- Alamogordo, NM
- Albuquerque, NM
- Anthony, NM
- Artesia, NM
- Aztec, NM
- Belen, NM
- Bernalillo, NM
- Bloomfield, NM
- Carlsbad, NM
- Chaparral, NM
- Clovis, NM
- Corrales, NM
- Deming, NM
- Edgewood, NM
- Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM
- Farmington, NM
- Gallup, NM
- Grants, NM
- Hobbs, NM
- Las Cruces, NM
- Las Vegas, NM
- Lee Acres, NM
- Los Alamos, NM
- Los Chaves, NM
- Los Lunas, NM
- Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
- Lovington, NM
- North Hobbs, NM
- North Valley, NM
- Placitas, NM
- Portales, NM
- Raton, NM
- Rio Rancho, NM
- Roswell, NM
- Ruidoso, NM
- Santa Fe, NM
- Santa Teresa, NM
- Shiprock, NM
- Silver City, NM
- Socorro, NM
- South Valley, NM
- Sunland Park, NM
- Taos, NM
- Truth or Consequences, NM
- Tucumcari, NM
- White Rock, NM
- Zuni Pueblo, NM
Experiences & Adventures in New Mexico
10 New Mexico Hiking Trails That Inspire, Educate
These 10 tracks blend inspiring landscapes with incredible history.
New Mexico Arts & Cultural Districts Celebrate Creative Enterprises
From museums and murals to pottery, jewelry and historic artifacts, the Arts & Cultural Districts amplify the creative community.
National Championship Air Races Bolster Business in Roswell, New Mexico
The Roswell Air Center attracts aerospace companies and tourism with the National Championship Air Races and world-class aviation facilities.
Food Scenes in New Mexico
Local New Mexico Producers Bottle Indigenous Heritage and High-Desert Heat
From prickly pear beverages to hot sauces, local New Mexico products showcase culture, flavor and sustainability.
Eat & Drink Like a Local: 10 Must-Try Restaurants in Albuquerque, NM
From a cookie vending machine to a hot dog hangout, Albuquerque's vibrant culinary scene goes beyond traditional New Mexican fare.
The Official Food of Each State in the U.S
Eat your way through America the beautiful with our guide to the official food of each state.
Healthy Places in New Mexico
Find Award-Winning Health Care in Roswell, NM
Residents won't have to go far from home to receive vital services and personalized care.
New Mexico: Where to Live Now
Top 25 Best Places to Live in the Southwest
These 25 Southwestern cities each have something special to offer.
New Mexico: Come for the Job, Stay for the Lifestyle
Thinking about living and working in New Mexico? Here's what makes this state so great.
Why I Returned Home to New Mexico
This "boomerang" resident decided to move back to New Mexico to launch an organization that connects talent with employers in STEM fields.
Education, Careers and Opportunity in New Mexico
Airport Expansions Provide Major Lift to New Mexico Business and Leisure Travel
Major airport expansions in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces and beyond are boosting tourism and business growth across New Mexico.
New Mexico Stands at the Forefront of a Technological Revolution
Discover how New Mexico is building a quantum tech hub with Elevate Quantum, major R&D centers and new high-tech jobs.
New Mexico’s Energy Sector Generates Growth and Investment
Discover how Spiritus Technologies is driving innovation in New Mexico with cutting-edge tech and strong local partnerships.
New Mexico: Love Where You Live
50 Things You Didn’t Know About the Olympics
Can't make it to Milano Cortina for the Winter Games and have some serious FOMO? Us, too! Here are 50 things you might not know about the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games.
5 Reasons New Mexico Should Be Your Next Career Move
New Mexico attracts professionals with thriving industries, career opportunities, affordable living, outdoor adventure and more.
These Adaptive Reuse Projects Have Created Modern Uses for Older Buildings
From creating common spaces to meeting community needs, this construction process provides a second act for longstanding properties.
Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.