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Ruidoso, NM

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Population
7,580
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
6,728 ft
Median Home Value
$243,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$944/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$52,736
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in New MexicoPopulation rankingHighest population places in New MexicoNearest larger communityAlamogordo, New Mexico36 miles away · 31,906 residents.

About Ruidoso

Ruidoso is a village in Lincoln County, New Mexico, operating as a premier mountain resort community adjacent to the Lincoln National Forest. set in the Sierra Blanca mountain range, the community of approximately 7,699 is a popular destination for skiing at the tribal-owned Ski Apache resort. Public education is served by Ruidoso Municipal Schools.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+100.0ratingPublic-School Academic GrowthA+98.1rating

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