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Silver City, NM

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Population
9,284
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
5,929 ft
Median Home Value
$182,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$866/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$38,711
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Silver City in context.

OverallBest places in New MexicoPopulation ranking#24 highest population in New MexicoNearest larger communityLas Cruces, New Mexico92 miles away · 116,978 residents.

About Silver City

Silver City is a town and the county seat of Grant County, New Mexico, situated in the foothills of the Piños Altos Range. Known historically for its copper mining and home to Western New Mexico University, the community of approximately 9,536 features a thriving downtown arts district. Public education is administered by the Silver Consolidated School District.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+100.0ratingRegional Two-Party Electoral BalanceA+97.7rating

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