Cost of Living in Lincoln County, NM

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

Median Income

$47,919

Median Rent

$831/mo

Median Home

$195,800

Affordability

348

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$990
Property Tax$91
Insurance$65

Total Monthly$1,146
% of Income28.7%

Renting

Median Rent$831
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$856
% of Income20.8%

Living in Lincoln County, New Mexico

Lincoln County has a median household income of $47,919 with housing costs that represent 28.7% of income for owners and 20.8% 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.