Cannon AFB, NM - Nearby Cities

Clovis, NM
Clovis is a town of 32,000 people and is the county seat of Curry County, New Mexico. The town is mainly known for its agricultural interests, but the nearby military base is also very influential on the economy. Located just 8 miles from the Cannon Air Force Base, the town has always been a main location on the railway line. The area is also known for its cheese production and cattle ranching.

Homes for sale in the area start at $155,000 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $370 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Hotels nearby such as the La Quinta Inn and Comfort Inn and Suites offer temporary lodging for visitors. Nightly rates start at $89 a night and include a complimentary breakfast and free high-speed internet access.

Local attractions include the Old Homestead Museum and Pappy Thornton Farm Museum which offers exhibits including antique farm equipment and other related antiques. Also nearby is the Clovis Depot Model Train Museum which provides insight into the development of the railroad and allows close up viewing of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway train cars.

Texico, NM
Texico's name is a combination of the two states "Texas" and "New Mexico" and has a current population of 1,065 people. The town offers a quiet community for those looking to live close to the Air Force Base but still have the privacy and serenity of a small-town atmosphere. The town is only 17 miles from the Cannon Air Force Base and is an ideal location for military personnel and their families who are looking to relocate to the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $130,000 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $320 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Hotels nearby such as the Howard Johnson and America's Best Value Inn offer temporary lodging for visitors. Nightly rates start at $65 a night and include a complimentary breakfast and free high-speed internet access.

Local attractions include the Hillcrest Park Zoo which offers over 500 animals on display in their natural habitats for visitors to enjoy. The 22.5 acre zoo area includes playgrounds, basketball courts, and picnic areas for an all day family outing adventure. The Norman and Vi Petty Rock and Roll Museum is also nearby and features original equipment by some of the best artists in the business such as Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, and Waylon Jennings. Rock and roll memorabilia is plentiful along with antique radios and numerous photographs.

Portales, NM
Portales is a huge producer of peanuts in the United States and is also the nation's top producer of organic peanut butter. There are over 40 dairies in the vicinity, and the town boasts a population of 11,000 people. Cannon Air Force Base is located just 17 miles away and is one of the major economic influences on the town. Portales is also home to the Eastern New Mexico University which is the third largest university in the state.

Homes for sale in the area start at $182,000 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $300 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Hotels nearby such as the Casa Del Sol Bed and Breakfast and the Holiday Inn Express offer temporary lodging for visitors. Nightly rates start at $100 a night and include a complimentary breakfast and free high-speed internet access.

Local attractions include the Blackwater Draw Museum and Archeological Site which offers prehistoric exhibits dating back 11,000 years. Mammoth and mastodon bones are on display and caveman stone weapons. The site is an active archaeological dig that has unearthed fossilized creatures such as bison, wolf, and horses. The museum and site are part of the Eastern New Mexico University which has done extensive research into prehistoric findings and preserving the site for future excavations.

Melrose, NM
Melrose is a very small community in Curry County, New Mexico. Its current population is 736 people. Famous residents include William Hanna of the Hanna Barbera Studios. The town offers a serene environment for those military personnel looking to relocate closer to where they work. Cannon Air Force Base is located just 19 miles from the town offering a great alternative to big city living.

Homes for sale in the area start at $150,000 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $490 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Hotels nearby such as the La Quinta Inn and the Comfort Inn offer temporary lodging for visitors. Nightly rates start at $95 a night and include a complimentary breakfast and free high-speed internet access.

Local attractions include the Oasis State Park which offers hiking, biking, camping, and picnic facilities. For outdoor enthusiasts, there are nature walks as well as fishing and boating opportunities in the large park area. For a more downtown fun spot, the Melrose Swimming Pool offers visitors and residents alike a great place to cool off in the warm summer months.