LOS ALAMOS COUNTY
County Offices
2300 Trinity Drive
Los Alamos
505-662-8080
www.losalamosnm.us
Chamber of Commerce
109 Central Park Square
Los Alamos
505-662-8105
800-444-0707
www.losalamoschamber.com
Services
The powerful influence of the Los Alamos National Laboratory has positively affected the demographics of this sparsely populated area, where the population mix includes many scientists, engineers, lawyers, physicians, and professors. In fact, Alamos County leads the entire nation in the percentage of employees who hold top-level positions and the median income is one of the highest in the nation. The laboratory is the largest institution in northern New Mexico and operated by the University of California under a $2.2 billion annual budget.
These favorable demographics have driven high standards in education and healthcare. The academic strength of the public school system is evidenced in achievement test performance but also in the number of advanced level courses that are offered in English, math, science, computers, history, and foreign language. This broad-ranging curriculum encompasses first-rate programs in the arts and physical activity. Both teacher salaries and per-student expenditures rank among the highest in the state. The University of New Mexico provides a branch campus in Los Alamos that excels in small classes and dedicated instructors. Providing the hands-on learning experiences associated with a private liberal arts college, UNM-LA offers a wide range of two-year degree and certification programs, continuing education, and college-track studies.
The region provides state-of-the-art healthcare services that are anchored by the Los Alamos Medical Center. Inpatient services include a multi-care unit for acute care, a family-oriented birthing center, surgical specialties, and care coordination professionals who reach out into every corner of the community. The hospital’s clinical services division meets both routine and specialized outpatient needs at the LAMC Family Care Center and the LAMC Special Care Center. Advanced imaging, on-site pharmacies, and rehabilitation therapies complete the list of comprehensive outpatient services.
Quality of Life
Los Alamos County has developed an international reputation as a scientific and technological development center perched in the Jemez Mountains of north-central New Mexico. At an elevation of 7,355 feet, this region draws newcomers to outstanding recreational opportunities around the four seasons. Even the winters tend to be sunny and relatively mild, with just enough snow to cover the local ski hill. Prosperity and stability are the hallmarks of Los Alamos County, driving a quality of life that a study by American City Business Journals classified as the finest in the nation.
Newcomers to this unique area will discover delightful contrasts, from a world-renowned research community to the ancient ruins that are cradled in Bandelier National Monument. Leisure hours can be spent relaxing in breathtaking alpine beauty, visiting fascinating museums, viewing abundant wildlife, or participating in virtually any outdoor activity. Hiking, backpacking, road and mountain biking, rock climbing, fishing, birding, camping, swimming, golfing, hunting, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, ice-skating skating, and horseback riding are all common pastimes. The housing in Los Alamos County is diverse with a good selection of executive and upscale homes. Few locations in the nation can rival Los Alamos County for a prosperous level of sheer livability.
Los Alamos
County Offices
505-662-8080
www.losalamosnm.us
Chamber of Commerce
505-662-8105
www.losalamoschamber.com
Situated on the Pajarito Plateau at the foot of the majestic Jemez Mountains, the small northern New Mexico town of Los Alamos combines spectacular scenery with an unusual history. From its genesis as the site of the secret scientific Manhattan Project that produced the first atomic bomb, this elite community of professionals is becoming nationally recognized for its high quality of life. Outstanding public schools, the friendliness of a small-town setting, close proximity to Santa Fe and Taos, and world-class outdoor recreation are all elements of the Los Alamos community that are sure to draw new residents to this area in the coming decades. County planners are diligently working to expand the economic base, capitalizing on past successes while they reach out to new ventures.
White Rock
County Offices
505-662-8080
www.losalamosnm.us
Chamber of Commerce
505-662-8105
www.losalamoschamber.com
Serving as a small, desirable bedroom community for many of the employees of the Los Alamos National Laboratory, White Rock is situated on the Rio Grande canyon rim just 45 minutes from the world-class cultural attractions in Santa Fe. Residents can also enjoy a surprisingly rich calendar of cultural and social events in the Los Alamos area. Many of the attractive homes that dot the White Rock area take advantage of the surrounding natural beauty to offer secluded sites and spectacular views. The ruggedly beautiful basalt canyon rim near White Rock provides world-class rock climbing sites and hosts popular competitions. The presence of the University of New Mexico and facilities like the Los Alamos High School Auditorium make it possible for residents to enjoy the best of all worlds in a small-town setting.
