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Truth or Consequences, New Mexico

Introduction to Truth or Consequences, New Mexico

Truth Or Consequences, New Mexico, in Sierra county, is 63 miles NW of Las Cruces, New Mexico and 104 miles NW of El Paso, Texas. As of the year 2000 census, 7,289 people lived in Truth Or Consequences.

Truth or Consequences History

Truth or Consequences was originally incorporated as Hot Springs in 1916. It was named for its numerous hot springs. In 1950, the town renamed after a popular radio program called Truth or Consequences, which was hosted by Ralph Edwards. Major settlement began in the area in 1912, during the construction of the Elephant Butte Dam and Reservoir. It was completed in 1916. The city became the county seat of Sierra County in 1937.

Truth or Consequences and nearby Attractions

  • Geronimo Springs Museum
  • Caballo Lake State Park
  • Mims Lake
  • Percha Dam State Park
  • Truth or Consequences Historical Marker
  • Elephant Butte Lake State Park

Things To Do In Truth or Consequences

Truth or Consequences is home to Geronimo Springs Museum, which portrays the history of Sierra County. Native American artifacts are also displayed in the museum. The Mims Lake offers facilities for boating and fishing. One can visit the Elephant Butte Dam Historical Marker, Caballo Mountains Historical Marker, and Truth or Consequences Historical Marker. Local celebrations include Native Art Extravaganza and Sierra County Fair.

Truth or Consequences Transportation

Las Cruces International is the nearest major aiport.

Truth or Consequences Higher Education

The University of Texas At El Paso, New Mexico State University and El Paso Community College provide higher education facilities.

High Points

Truth strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Mexico):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophyTruth Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 4%trophyTruth Affordability of Property Taxes
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)		Top 7%Truth Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Truth or Consequences, NM

Comparing Truth to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Mexico (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Senior Citizens1010
Age of the Population1010
Male Share of the Population87
Racial Diversity64
Female Share of the Population34
Well-Paid Single Men26
Children Under 5 Years Old22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married21
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults35
People Above Poverty14
People in Middle Class or Better14
Median Family Income13

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times109
Working at Home108
Walking and Biking to Work98
Public Transportation Use11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Affordability of Rents109
Affordability of Property Taxes106
Seasonal and Vacation Housing109
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals910
Housing Recently Built76

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime66
Low Violent Crime25

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