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Military Bases in New Mexico
Explore 11 military bases in New Mexico. Browse by branch and open detailed installation pages.
New Mexico hosts military installations that support training, operations, logistics, and regional readiness missions. Use this hub to compare base locations, branch presence, and relocation fit across local communities.
- Installations
- 11
- Service categories
- 3
Military Economic Impact
Economic impact in New Mexico
OLDCC DoD spending baseline for every state, plus curated statewide impact studies when published.
- DoD spending (OLDCC)
- $4.6B
- State impact study
- —
- Personnel
- 19,952
- Installations listed
- 10
6× Installation; 3× Air Force Base; 1× Missile Range. OLDCC FY2023 DoD contract, payroll, and grant spending for this state (consistent federal baseline). Statewide GDP/output multiplier studies are shown separately when curated.
Branch Presence
Branch-level coverage for military installations in New Mexico.
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Narrow results by branch (uses URL query params).
Army
5 installations
5 Army bases in New Mexico. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
- White Sands Missile RangeWhite Sands, NMArmyMissile RangeWhite Sands Missile Range is the largest military installation in the United States, used for weapons testing.View base
- NG Las CrucesArmyNG Las Cruces is a U.S. military installation in New Mexico.View base
- NG Santa Fe - Onate Complex TSArmyNG Santa Fe - Onate Complex TS is a U.S. military installation in New Mexico.View base
- NG Rio Rancho TSArmyNG Rio Rancho TS is a U.S. military installation in New Mexico.View base
- Fort Wingate Depot ActivityArmyFort Wingate Depot Activity is a U.S. military installation in New Mexico.View base
Air Force
5 installations
5 Air Force bases in New Mexico. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
- Kirtland Air Force BaseAlbuquerque, NMAir ForceAir Force BaseKirtland Air Force Base is home to the Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center and special operations training.View base
- Holloman Air Force BaseAlamogordo, NMAir ForceAir Force BaseHolloman Air Force Base hosts F-16 and MQ-9 Reaper training operations in the high desert.View base
- Cannon Air Force BaseClovis, NMAir ForceAir Force BaseCannon Air Force Base is home to the 27th Special Operations Wing, conducting Air Force special operations.View base
- Cannon AFB Site 2Air ForceCannon AFB Site 2 is a U.S. military installation in New Mexico.View base
- Melrose Air Force RangeAir ForceMelrose Air Force Range is a U.S. military installation in New Mexico.View base
National Guard
1 installation
1 National Guard base in New Mexico. Open an installation page for location details and sources.
National Guard Installations in New Mexico
View state-level National Guard coverage and use official source pathways for unit-specific details.
1 installation listed
Relocation Notes
- Review housing costs, commute reliability, and school access near installations in New Mexico.
- Factor elevation-driven weather variation and seasonal travel conditions into household planning and monthly budget assumptions.
- Prioritize regional air access plus longer-distance overland travel in some corridors when frequent travel or long commutes are expected.
Lifestyle Highlights
- terrain-focused living with strong outdoor recreation opportunities across New Mexico.
- Community and housing options can vary significantly by county and metro corridor in New Mexico.
- Local recreation, schools, and service access should be compared together with installation proximity.
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New Mexico Military Base FAQ
How many military bases are in New Mexico?
This page lists currently indexed installations in New Mexico and links to branch hubs, state-level comparisons, and individual base details.
Which branches are represented in New Mexico?
Branch coverage depends on currently listed installations in New Mexico. Use the branch presence module for a quick comparison and follow links into base pages for details.