Location Profile

Silver City, New Mexico

Facility Type
Critical Access Hospital
Facility Location
Silver City, New Mexico
Teaching Facility
Yes
No
Trauma Center
Number of Beds
Magnet
Yes
No

Hospital Overview

The healthcare provider is located in Silver City, New Mexico. With over 20 years of dedicated and compassionate care, the provider is a leader in the community. Services of the facility include family medicine, surgical care, rehabilitative care, and much more.

Community Overview

Silver City is often called the “hidden heart of the Southwest,” and it’s a city that beats with excitement around each corner. From the city’s robust calendar of annual events to the soaring landscape that offers endless outdoor recreation, Silver City is one of the most fun towns in the Southwest. Silver City is a small town that thrives with big culture, say the locals. The town has multiple annual events ranging from the Tour of the Gila Forest to the Red Hot Children’s Fiesta. Some of the most beloved festivals are the Chocolate Fantasia festival, Fiesta Latina, the Gila River Festival, and the Grant County Fair. No matter which event you attend, you’re sure to expect the lively nature and flavor of the city.

Learn more about Silver City at the official city website and explore the area at the county website.

Cost of Living

Education

The Silver Consolidated School District runs the public schools in the area. Currently, there are 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools. A state-approved charter school for middle and high school grades is also in the city. The district contains a former National Blue Ribbon School and a former U.S. News and World Report’s Best High School Bronze school. There is a low student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1 present in the district giving students a great environment to academically flourish. Silver City also has several private schools.

Click here to read more about public schools in Silver City.
Click here to read more about private schools in Silver City.

Once you find the school you are interested in, you will need to contact them directly with any questions you might have.

Transportation

Nearby Cities

Local and Nearby Attractions

Silver City has an assortment of shopping destinations. The historic downtown area has several shops and throughout the area are more boutiques, stores, and specialty shops. You can shop for books, clothing, jewelry, gifts, food, art, and more all within the city limits. On the weekends, visitors and residents can stop at the Silver City Farmer’s Market to see delicious local goods, fresh produce, and other delights.

A growing arts community is present in Silver City, and the area has several arts and entertainment venues. Virus Theater is an engaging live theater company with several productions in a variety of genres each year. The Mimbres Region Arts Council presents various arts programs throughout the year with film screenings, art shows, musical festivals, and more.

Movie fans can visit the Light Hall Movie Theatre at Western New Mexico University to see the new Hollywood releases, or go to the campus’ Fine Arts Center Theatre to see family-friendly live events. Love art? Located in Silver City, Light Art Space is a local art gallery with rotating exhibits and workshops to enrich the community through the arts. The Silver City Museum offers over 20,000 objects and thousands of photos for a deep dive into Southwest New Mexico history, including the native culture. Native American artifacts and crafts can also be viewed at the Western New Mexico University Museum.

Silver City has miles upon miles of breathtaking views, varied terrain, and exciting destinations. One of the best national parks in the country Gila National Forest, 3.3 million acres of hills, mountains, and range. Here the Gila Wilderness offers plenty of wildlife to spot, including Rocky Mountain mule deer, beaver, elk, bobcat, and antelope, depending on the season. Backpacking, hiking, and fishing are just a few of the options available for recreation. Burro Mountain Homestead is another outdoor destination. This 210 acre RV homestead offers ATV trails, mountain biking, hiking, campfires and plenty of abundant wildlife. For those who want to be outside but without adventuring, Silver City also has a municipal swimming pool and a public golf course.

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Religious Centers

Weather/Climate

Crime Rate

Silver City is safe for families. The city is patrolled by the vigilant and dedicated officers of the Silver City Police Department. Crime prevention efforts in Silver City include neighborhood watch, CrimeStoppers, and other community engagement.

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