State vs State
New Mexico vs Texas: which is more free?
On the default equal-weight blend, Texas scores higher overall — 59 vs 56 out of 100. The widest gap is in Economic Freedom, where Texas leads by 9.4 points.
New Mexico leads in 5 categories · Texas leads in 4 · 1 tied
Category-by-category breakdown
What stands out in New Mexico
- Abolished civil asset forfeiture
- Recreational marijuana legal
- Strong 4th Amendment
What stands out in Texas
- No state income tax
- Constitutional carry
- Strong religious liberty
New Mexico vs Texas: common questions
Is New Mexico or Texas more free?
Texas ranks higher overall, scoring 59/100 versus 56/100 across the ten freedom categories. Texas wins 4 of the ten categories outright. Which state is "freer" for you depends on which of those freedoms you weight most.
Does New Mexico or Texas have more economic freedom and lower taxes?
Texas scores higher on economic freedom (9.4/10 vs 0.0/10), the category that folds in tax burden, regulation, and business climate.
Which has stronger gun rights, New Mexico or Texas?
Texas scores higher on Second Amendment freedom (8.4/10 vs 3.3/10), reflecting carry laws, permitting, and firearm restrictions.
New Mexico vs Texas: which is better for school choice?
Texas scores higher on education choice (7.0/10 vs 1.5/10), covering vouchers, ESAs, charters, and homeschool freedom.