Cost of Living in Doña Ana County, NM

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

Median Income

$51,232

Median Rent

$858/mo

Median Home

$187,400

Affordability

381

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$948
Property Tax$112
Insurance$62

Total Monthly$1,122
% of Income26.3%

Renting

Median Rent$858
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$883
% of Income20.1%

Living in Doña Ana County, New Mexico

Doña Ana County has a median household income of $51,232 with housing costs that represent 26.3% of income for owners and 20.1% 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.