Indian River Colony Club
Melbourne, Florida
Deming, New Mexico
What It Is Like to Retire in Deming
Deming is a town of almost 15,000 that is 60 miles west of Las Cruces. Here is how our member, Glenda, who lived here for a time, describes the town: "It is a small town with a slow pace of living. Everyone knows everyone. Retirees have been moving there for many years. Low cost of living. Located on Interstate 10. Las Cruces is 60 miles to the east and Tucson, AZ is 220 miles to the west. Hatch Valley, which is a famous chili producing area is 50 miles to the north. Deming is a big farming and ranching community. Yes, I would say it is a good place to retire."Photo of A view of City of Rocks courtesy of Wikipedia and Geywets (public domain); photo of Deming Luna Mimbres Museum courtesy of Wikipedia and AllenS in the public domain.
Where to Retire in Deming and Home Prices
The median home value in Deming was $109,145 in early 2020, according to Zillow.com. There is at least one active community near Deming (see Deming Active Communities at top left).
What Is Special about Deming
There are numerous ancient Native American sites around Deming. The cost of living is low and for folks who love the outdoors, there is plenty to do. The American Association of Retirement Communities gave Deming its official seal of approval award as a retirement community in 2016. Deming has several activities for retirees including the many RV parks, Rio Mimbres Country Club Golf Course and St. Clair Winery among many others in the area as well as several social and community clubs.
What Is Not Special about Deming
This area in southwest New Mexico is very remote, and even with its altitude, it can get hot in the summer.
Who Will Like Retirement in Deming
People who want a low key retirement in a small town in the New Mexico desert might like it here.
Local Economy Is Driven by
According to Wikipedia the economy is built on transportation, real estate, agriculture, energy, retirement, and tourism.
Climate and Physical Environment
Deming is located 60 miles west of Los Alamos in southwest New Mexico. It is in the Chihuahuan Desert at an altitude of 4300'. The average July temp is in the high 70s and the average January temp in the low 40s.
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
The Mimbres and Casas Grandes cultures made pottery of remarkable quality, and the Deming area is rich in native pottery artifacts, as well as beads, stone implements, stone carvings, graves, etc.
Crime
According to City-Data.com the crime index is 444 vs. the national index of 320.
Medical facilities
Mimbres Memorial Hospital serves the community and the surrounding area.
Transportation
Deming Municipal Airport has air taxi service. Las Cruces International Airport is approximately 60 miles away. The city is located on Interstate 10.
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