Living in Dona Ana County, New Mexico

Dona Ana County is a county in New Mexico with a population of around 214,295, part of the Las Cruces, NM MSA metro area.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,478/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $278K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 57°F) and very hot summers (highs around 91°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Dona Ana County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 33 and a predominantly working-class population (27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Democratic.