Hatch
Hatch, NM
Area Guide
Meet the Chile Capital of the World
Hatch is a village in southern New Mexico, about 80 miles north of El Paso and Ciudad Juárez, Mexico. This rural town offers affordable, but high-quality rentals. The town is an agricultural hub, growing onions, pecans, sweet potatoes, and other crops in the surrounded valleys. Hatch is best known as the “Chile Capital of the World” and hosts the annual Chile Festival during Labor Day weekend, which attracts over 30,000 visitors from across New Mexico and Texas. Thousands of spicy peppers are grown in Hatch each year! The Chile Festival is just one of the many events that keep this close-knit community together. If you’re looking for a scenic western locale with a thriving community, Hatch is an excellent option.
Transportation
Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-2
198 Students
Public
Grades 3-5
230 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
262 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
380 Students
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.