A Portrait of Borderplex Community

As part of a three state, two country, bi-national region, comprised of over $2.5 million people the NMBorderplex offers a diverse, skilled, and bilingual workforce. Additionally, with over 125,000 college students across multiple universities, community colleges, and technical schools, an impressive pool of talent continues to grow across multiple industries.

• People are the engine that drives the NM Borderplex, with a diverse talent pool ready to work for every type of business venture.
• A young and growing regional labor force with average commute times of less than 30 minutes
• World-class education and training offered through multiple major university systems and community colleges
• Regional civilian U.S. workforce of over 475,000
• Seven major universities, over 125,000 post-secondary students
• Multiple community college campuses and training programs
• High quality of life attracts, retains workforce
• Labor costs well below national averages