What are the schools like in Cloudcroft, NM?

Cloudcroft is served primarily by CLOUDCROFT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.6:1.

What is the median household income in Cloudcroft?

The median household income in Cloudcroft, NM is $51,484 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Cloudcroft, NM?

Cloudcroft has an average high temperature of 42.4°F in January and 72.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 66.8 inches.

Cloudcroft, NM Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Cloudcroft, NM affordable or expensive?

Cloudcroft's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Cloudcroft is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $172,400 and the median rent is $922 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Cloudcroft, NM?

Cloudcroft has a violent crime rate of 254.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 890.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Cloudcroft, NM a Good Place to Live?

Cloudcroft is a small town of 862 in New Mexico, with a median household income of $51,484 . Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Cloudcroft stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Cloudcroft is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Cloudcroft city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 93.2

Cloudcroft's overall cost of living index is 93.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Cloudcroft costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Cloudcroft, NM	National Avg
Median Home Value	$172,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$922	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,484	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Cloudcroft's violent crime rate is 254.5 per 100,000 residents — 33% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

254.5 /100k

Property Crime

890.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Cloudcroft is served primarily by CLOUDCROFT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Cloudcroft, NM	National Avg
School District	CLOUDCROFT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	36.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	100.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Cloudcroft sees average highs of 42.4°F in January and 72.2°F in July, with 25.5 inches of annual precipitation and 66.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Cloudcroft, NM
Average High — January	42.4°F
Average High — July	72.2°F
Annual Precipitation	25.5"
Annual Snowfall	66.8"

Demographics

Metric	Cloudcroft, NM	National Avg
Population	862	—
Median Age	49.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	32.1%	22.2%
65 and over	22.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

High Rolls, NM 4 mi Twin Forks, NM 5 mi La Luz, NM 12 mi Mescalero, NM 13 mi Mayhill, NM 14 mi

ZIP Codes in Cloudcroft

Cloudcroft, NM is covered by 1 ZIP code:

88317

Cloudcroft vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cloudcroft, NM affordable or expensive?

Cloudcroft's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Cloudcroft roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $172,400 and median rent is $922/month.

What is the crime rate in Cloudcroft, NM?

Cloudcroft's violent crime rate is 254.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 890.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Cloudcroft?

Public schools in Cloudcroft are operated by CLOUDCROFT. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.6:1. 36.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Cloudcroft, NM a good place to live?

Cloudcroft, NM has a population of 862, a median household income of $51,484, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Cloudcroft?

Cloudcroft averages 42.4°F in January and 72.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 25.5 inches with about 66.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Cloudcroft?

Cloudcroft, NM is covered by 1 ZIP code: 88317.

What is the population of Cloudcroft?

The population of Cloudcroft, New Mexico is 862 with a median age of 49.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Cloudcroft?

Key numbers for living in Cloudcroft: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $172,400, median household income $51,484, crime index 57 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Cloudcroft side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.