Los Alamos, NM

Los Alamos is a small town in the Jemez Mountains of northern New Mexico. The population was just over 10,000 in the 2010 census, making it one of the smaller towns in the state. It is located about halfway between Albuquerque and Santa Fe.

The town's economy is based on its status as a center for scientific research and development. Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), which employs more than 4,000 people, is the largest employer in town. Other major employers include Kirtland Air Force Base and Sandia National Laboratories. Tourism also plays an important role in the local economy, with visitors drawn to Los Alamos' history as a site of nuclear weapons development during World War II and to its natural beauty.

Real estate in Los Alamos can be classified into three categories: residential properties, commercial properties, and land parcels zoned for specific uses such as research or development facilities or open space. Residential properties are generally expensive due to their proximity to LANL and other major employers. Commercial properties are less expensive but may not be suitable for residential use because they are located near busy streets or within walking distance of businesses that serve LANL employees. Land parcels zoned for specific uses are generally more affordable than commercial property but may not be suitable for residential use because they are located outside of town or on restricted access roads that limit access by non-employees.