New Mexico
Cost of living, salaries, housing prices, taxes and population data for New Mexico. Official U.S. government data.
Living in New Mexico: labs, art and desert affordability
New Mexico revolves around federal labs at Los Alamos and Sandia, military bases, tourism and a growing film industry, with Albuquerque as the commercial center. Santa Fe adds art and second-home wealth. Federal dollars stabilize the economy.
Housing outside Santa Fe and Taos stays affordable, and everyday costs run low. Incomes trail the average and poverty remains a real challenge. New Mexico appeals to lab professionals, artists and remote workers drawn to culture and landscape over high pay.
Quick answers: New Mexico
New Mexico vs the national average
- Income 18% below the national median ($75,561).
- Median home value 15% below the national median ($272,900).
County Explorer — New Mexico
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Cost of living, median income, rent, home prices and taxes in New Mexico for 2026, with county explorer and historical trends from past years to 2026.
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Housing, rent, income and taxes for New Mexico with county explorer and trends — all on this page.
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