Facts, Figures
LANL's mission is to develop and apply science and technology to
ensure the safety, security, and
reliability of the U.S. nuclear
deterrent; reduce global threats; and
solve other emerging national security and energy challenges.
LANL Facts, Figures - 2012
People | Place | Workforce | Major Awards |
People Total employees, 10,402
Budget, FY 2012
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Located 35 miles northwest of Santa Fe, New Mexico, on 36 square miles of DOE-owned property
Replacement value of $5.9 billion |
LANS and students only: 34% of employees live in Los Alamos; remainder commute from Santa Fe, Española, Taos, Albuquerque Average Age: 46
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R&D 100 awards since 1978: 124
Albuquerque to Los Alamos, NM |