New Mexico has some new rankings to talk about. The state just made the top ten six times on two notable lists by Kiplinger and Business Facilities magazine. Check it out…
The first is Kiplinger’s list of Most Tax-Friendly States in the U.S. where New Mexico came in at #8, sandwiched between Arizona and Nevada. Primarily based on lifestyle, the Kiplinger list points out that with the ability of today’s workforce to literally work from anywhere that there are still some common-sense things to consider when deciding where to live. Like taxes.
Second, is the recently released issue of Business Facilities magazine which features their 11th Annual Rankings Report. New Mexico made the top ten in the following five categories:
- #3 Education: Tech Skills Leader
“… New Mexico has pioneered dual-credit tech programs that give high school students a leg up on two-year Tech School degree programs.” - #5 Workforce Training
“New Mexico has enacted several enhancements to its job training incentive program (JTIP), including streamlined application procedures and expansion of the JTIP program to more industries. The program is now a recurrent part of NM’s state budget, which is a significant commitment to continuity.” - #9 Renewable Portfolio Standards Leader
- #10 Best Infrastructure
- #10 Solar Power Installation Leader
In the same issue, New Mexico is also included in a location section focused on the digital media industry: Digital Media Is On the Move.
