Albuquerque
Albuquerque's San Felipe de Neri Church, located in historic Old Town.
Located in Bernalillo County, Albuquerque is one of the most livable cities in the U.S. with over 300 days of sunshine, ample outdoor recreation, and rare to non-existent natural disasters. Resting at the foot of the Sandia Mountains, the scenic beauty of the city and it's surrounding high desert landscape is unparalleled. The city also offers its residents:
In addition to being a world class location to live and play, Albuquerque is consistently recognized as one of the nation's best destinations for business. As one of the ten fastest growing cities in the nation, Albuquerque offers:
The list below outlines key areas of the city, each of which has its own distinct collection of neighborhoods:
Central Avenue in downtown Albuquerque.Downtown: Includes several historic districts. Recent development projects have brought a 14-screen movie theater, mixed-use housing, and the Lofts at Albuquerque High, all appealing to young professionals, artists, and empty nesters.
Northeast Heights: A large, attractive residential area nestled in the foothills of the Sandia Mountains providing access to walking and bicycling trails.
North Valley/I-25 corridor: Includes both the older, rural North Valley and new suburban housing. It's not unusual to find horse farms and large estates in the bosque, the area that borders the Rio Grande, and the adjoining Village of Los Ranchos.
Southeast: Home to the upscale Ridgecrest and Four Hills neighborhoods.
South of the Sunport (Albuquerque’s international airport), the proposed Mesa Del Sol master-planned community will offer housing to several thousand families.
The historic Nob Hill district also resides in the Southeast, well-known for its location along old Route 66 offering shopping, restaurants, nightlife, services, art and more.
Southwest: Contains well-established and secluded neighborhoods.
The Albuquerque Country Club and Old Town areas are famous for their older charm.
West Mesa: Rapidly growing developments offer a large selection of recently built homes at affordable prices.
| Days of Sunshine | 304 (annual average) |
| Area | 181.3 square miles |
| Population (2010 estimate) | 528,683 (City) 867,318 (MSA) |
| Labor Force Size (MSA) | 409,180 (2010 estimate) |
| Median Age | 36.2 (2010 estimate) |
| Median Household Income | $46,458 (2010 estimate) |
| Cost of Living | 96.2 (2009 average) |
To learn more about the benefits of doing business in Albuquerque, please contact Albuquerque Economic Development.
