Cost of Living in Bernalillo County, NM

What does it cost to live in Bernalillo County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$62,220

Median Rent

$1,017/mo

Median Home

$247,300

Affordability

338

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,250
Property Tax$204
Insurance$82

Total Monthly$1,536
% of Income29.6%

Renting

Median Rent$1,017
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,042
% of Income19.6%

Living in Bernalillo County, New Mexico

Bernalillo County has a median household income of $62,220 with housing costs that represent 29.6% of income for owners and 19.6% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.