Albuquerque, New Mexico ~ Worst Hoods + Homeless Encampments “The WxR Zone” Bad Areas REAL HOODS

You may know that “Breaking Bad” is filmed out here.. but this ain’t no TV show.. its the REAL DEAL UNCUT streets of Albuquerque, New Mexico.

[mw]

I spent 10 months homeless with my dog in the war zone. I was 63 years old at the time and we never were hurt by anyone.

[Sekhubara]

I live on the westside now, but used to live right off Central and Tennessee. When you were saying "had this been the South, we would have already been followed and messed with", a lot of the reason that nobody is messing with you is because 1. everybody assumes everybody else is packing, and 2. most of these folks are too busy either surviving or they're thieves not fighters and they're just worried about their next fix. You got it exactly right when you said everybody's too busy minding their own business.

[AceAM]

Albuquerque has really high violent crime. Not just homelessness. Still a dope city but don’t skip over that part.

[paulnunya]

The shed shelters are empty. No one wanted to stay in them because you can’t drink or do drugs while you stay there. And the homeless are all over town. It’s just worse in some areas. I’ve lived here for 50 years and it’s so bad now. Two different nurses reported from two different homeless people they treated, said they came from Texas. Texas gave them an ultimatum, jail or bus ticket to Albuquerque. That’s why it’s so bad here for the size of city. Texas is sending the homeless they bust for crimes here.

[kjmcquearyceoofibcc]

The bad air quality you were referring to, is from the massive wildfires we have going on. But yes it is called the War Zone for a reason.

[mnmrmai]

I'm from Albuquerque. Born and raised.. and even tho it's gotten pretty bad, I still have love for my city and the people that live here. There is a lot of culture and art here, and you will definitely meet some nice people.

Edit: and some delicious food too!

[kathylowman]

In Albuquerque South Valley, right on the side of the road, our friends truck broke down and he had to leave it overnight. They stole his tilt knob all his 3 prong fuses, broke his steering column, stole his headlights, his battery, everything in the glove compartment, his cigarette lighter and anything else they found. They also cut the wires under the dash.

[berthabridges]

"Only base men and oppressors can rejoice in a triumph of Injustice over the weak and defenseless, for weakness ought itself to protect from assaults of pride, prejudice, and power." 🕊
~ Frederick Douglas, American orator, writer, editor, and abolitionist leader. (1818-1895)

[lajeannicole]

Central and Pennsylvania isn't too bad during the day. If you would have gone at night it's a whole different story! Especially the corner store that is at the light of central and Pennsylvania.

[SincerelyGG]

There are only like 3 of those little houses being used. The vetting and rules have made it impossible to get in. Very sad, and frustrating.
I am from Albuquerque. Raised in a house in the International District. (Neighborhood names are mostly new) I grew up on otherside of Louisiana. The Trumbul area you drove in was considered to be dangerous. I hadn't had any issues. My friend lived over there. The house I grew up in, the neighborhood NOW...HAS CHANGED. Gunshots can be heard. It echoes though. Not sure where it is. Base is close by. REAL CLOSE.
I can say there is a problem no doubt. I can also say Albuquerque does have some of the nicest people. (The born and raised)
Stay safe on your journey. Many blessings your way.
(Did you try the chile at least? I recommended christmas style. Red and green)

[berniejones]

Born in Albuquerque, in 1975 my parents had a home in the south valley we had wrought iron on every window and door, that didn’t stop the break ins one bit, they would pull the wrought iron off the house, and still get in! I was 12 there were 4 kids in the family, they got us just before Christmas and right after! I don’t miss living there!

[timmolina]

I wish I could have been with you on the drive. I could have given you the tour, complete with a history lesson from a true Albuquerque person. The good and the bad.

[pollyconant]

When I moved into the city! I became best friends with this one gal! My husband and I were almost homeless, and Ida! Such an Angel let us stay with her! She lived in the war zone! There were no Troubles!!

[cocojohnson]

It's not as bad as they say. I love Burque. Nothing happens when I go there. Walking around there no one approaches u. If u provoke or step up to someone there then there IS a problem. Ppl r helpful n nice. The food is great. The entertainment is awesome. The history is rich and the beauty of Burque is unique. I have family living there who don't talk bad about their home.

[jessikosakowski]

My husband is stationed there now at kirtland . I’m still in Louisiana and I’m kind of worried about bringing my 14 year old there because I see so much about kids trying fentanyl and dying . It’s a beautiful place . I feel so sad for all the people living on the streets . It’s surreal

[xxAngelaValentinexx]

There is a HUGE area you missed. Three terrible neighborhoods. If you come back here let someone give you a tour. You have to truly go through the areas and know where to look. I absolutely hate it here and we have such horrible crime. My fiancé is from Michigan and doesn’t feel safe here. I don’t for sure and I’m born and raised here.

[BJJandBS]

I got jumped and stabbed right there at the 11:50 mark around 1989. That's my old hood. Albuquerque is a complete pit of dispair. They call NM the land of entrapment for a reason. Very few of us got out of there. I feel much safer in Hialeah!! lol

[Hey_its_Koda]

Inflation is hurting Abq. Im seeing homeless population exploding. Cost of living is rising and affordable housing is becoming scarce. The city lost its charm after the early 2000s. It will only get worse as poverty increases. Lack of jobs. Skilled workers. Education is low priority it seems. Pretty sad sight. Crime is high for such a small city. Alot of californians, floridians, and texans moving in. Drove prices up with new companies and movie industry moving in. These groups will shell out big money for houses and properties. I see Abq being totally different in 20+ years. I see change for sure. I guess its good if you're making that cash and not good if you're actually stuck in the hood or low income.

[dontask]

I grew up in the war zone, I was one of the lucky ones that got out. I could see my old house where I grew up at timestamp 19:19
The brown one with the white brick fence. Lol, I never would have thought of seeing it on someone's YT video.

[_Feed_Me]

I’m I the only person from Alb, when he was saying “it ain’t so bad”, that was thinking “get off Central and turn into the neighborhood” ha ha