Living in Otero County, New Mexico

Otero County is a county in New Mexico with a population of around 64,362. The main communities are Alamogordo.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,415/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $206K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 53°F) and hot summers (highs around 86°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Otero County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a predominantly working-class population (17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.