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Because of the dire lack of jobs in the Borderplex Region, workers are accustomed to commuting to work. As a result, it is not unusual to find workers from several of these rural New Mexico communities commuting to Las Cruces daily. These outlying areas include parts of Grant, Luna, Sierra, Otero, and El Paso counties, and all of Doņa Ana County. This area of attraction translates to a total labor force in excess of 430,000 with an overall unemployment rate of 7.4% and has seen almost a 10% increase in it’s labor force over the past ten years.
Although the BorderPlex boasts a substantial labor force, its most attractive asset is the affordability of that labor force. With wage averages well under the national average for most occupations, the BorderPlex region is ready to help you increase your bottom line.
The BorderPlex region is home to not only a large and affordable workforce, but also to an educated workforce as well. According to the 2000 Census over 130,000 people over the age of 25 have some type of degree while another 125,000 have at least some college education.
While Las Cruces, New Mexico is home to New Mexico State University, El Paso, Texas is home to the University of Texas El Paso. These two four-year universities combined with Dona Ana Branch Community College and El Paso Community College create an educational hub of the southwest. These educational institutions are located within 50 miles of each other and have a combined enrollment of over 63,000 students.
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