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Sierra County
City in New Mexico, United States
Overview
Sierra County, set in southern New Mexico, is a charming region famous for its natural hot springs, scenic lakes, and laid-back, artistic vibe. The county offers a blend of small-town comfort, outdoor recreation, and unique local culture, particularly in the towns of Truth or Consequences and Elephant Butte.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
New Mexico
Population
11,576
Time Zone
America/Denver
Coordinates
33.13°, -107.19°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
85
Monthly Cost
$1,815
Local Cost
$1,090
Local Income
$2,450
Cashless
60
English
98
Temperature
15.3°C
Summer Avg
25.7°C
Winter Avg
5.1°C
Record High
40.9°C
Record Low
-18.4°C
Humidity
41%
Precipitation
293 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
TCS
Distance
14 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 72/100.
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