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Applications Sought for Rio Rancho Board/Committee Vacancies
RIO RANCHO N.M. -- The City of Rio Rancho is seeking applications from residents interested in serving as a volunteer on City of Rio Rancho boards or committees. Those interested must submit an application form and résumé online to the Office of the City...
Latest update from the NMDOH Newsroom
New Mexico Remains fastest state for vaccine distribution. Here is the latest update from the NMDOH Newsroom. https://cv.nmhealth.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/FINAL-NMCOVID-Day-393-Press-Update-4-7-21.pdf Also the Albuquerque Journal is reporting that state health...
Rio Rancho students compete in state spelling bee
Three Rio Rancho middle and elementary students have earned spots to compete in the New Mexico state spelling bee on March 20-22, sponsored by Nusenda Credit Union and the Albuquerque Journal. The event will be conducted virtually. Two winning students from the 20 New...
Update From Rio Rancho Public Schools
Yesterday, New Mexico Public Education Department Cabinet Secretary Ryan Stewart announced the expansion to full, in-person learning for all New Mexico schools beginning on April 5, 2021. This announcement comes nearly a year to the day when schools were first closed to in-person learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Expansion of Westside Blvd.
A post from Mayor Gregg Hull, City of Rio rancho I am happy to announce, after many years of hard work, the expansion of Westside Blvd. from 528 to Golf Course Rd. A special thanks to the city of Albuquerque for working with Rio Rancho to get this critical arterial...
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We know Rio Rancho, and we want our community to be buzzing about the great things about our city.
Creating Pride in Our Uniqueness
Rio Rancho is unlike any other community in New Mexico. It’s time to feel proud of what we have and share it!
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Quality of Life
Here are the ten plus reasons why Rio Rancho is a great place to live and work!
The Bright Spot of New Mexico
Rio Rancho’s elevation is 5,290 ft. We have approximately 300 days of sunshine. There is little to no risk of natural disasters, and our high desert climate provides residents with a mild, four season climate.
The Most Bang For Your Buck
The cost of living is nearly 10 points below the national average. Housing in Rio Rancho is most favorable, scoring 84.5. Our utilities are also affordable with a score of 92.5 and misellaneous goods/services scored at 90.6.
You Can Rest Easy in Rio Rancho
Violenct crime in Rio Rancho is one of the lowest in the state! The FBI Uniform Crime reports show Rio Rancho only had 220 incidents of violent crime per 100,000 residents, surpassing the national average.
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