Life In Carlsbad, New Mexico
Carlsbad is the epitome of a well-rounded community. With a population of 32,238, it offers all of the amenities you need along with the outdoor recreation you want – and year-round at that! Child and family-friendly perks abound including ample playgrounds, Carlsbad Museum and Art Center, Living Desert Zoo, Gardens State Park, and Carlsbad Water Park.
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Population
32,238
Internet Speed Rating
1000 Mbps
Closest Airport
El Paso International Airport • 150 mi
Weather (High/Low)
97 / 31
Median Home Value (3BR, 2BA)
$272,362
Carlsbad: FUN FACT
Carlsbad Caverns National Park is just a 20 minute drive from the city, and the Guadalupe Mountains National Park, home to El Capitan (elevation 8,085 feet), is just 54 miles Southwest across the Texas border.
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