Retail Trade in Las Cruces, NM
Metro Market Score 26.0 (Favorable), ranked #5 of 378 metros. 549 establishments, 8,134 jobs.
Metro Market Assessment
Lower is better. Relative to national retail trade average.
Employment in Las Cruces's retail trade sector grew faster than most metros last year, pushing its growth trend index to 83.6. Combined with a 26.0 market score, this metro sits in the top 10% for overall conditions.
549 Retail Trade Firms in Las Cruces
Las Cruces vs New Mexico Statewide
How this metro's retail trade market compares to New Mexico overall. The state ranks #11/51 for entry risk.
| Measure | Las Cruces | NM Statewide |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 26.0 Favorable | 39.9 Moderate |
| Score Type | Metro Market Score | Entry Risk Score |
| Rank | #5 of 378 metros | #11 of 51 states |
Metro and state scores use different methodologies (metro has 4 QCEW-based metrics; state adds BDS survival and momentum data). Direct score comparisons are approximate.
Other Industries in Las Cruces
Retail Trade in Other New Mexico Metros
Retail Trade Metros With Similar Conditions
Metros within 5 points of Las Cruces's 26.0 score. Useful when comparing markets with comparable entry profiles.
Retail Trade in States Bordering New Mexico
State-level entry risk for retail trade in adjacent states. Use this to weigh cross-border options.
Browse Retail Trade in Other States
State-level entry risk reports for retail trade across all 51 markets, sorted by rank.
Data Sources
- Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW), Bureau of Labor Statistics. MSA-level establishment counts, employment, wages, and location quotients for the Las Cruces, NM MSA area.
Data period: 2024. Last updated: April 2026.