Cost of Living in Los Alamos County, NM

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

Median Income

$135,801

Median Rent

$1,235/mo

Median Home

$412,700

Affordability

466

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$2,087
Property Tax$203
Insurance$138

Total Monthly$2,428
% of Income21.5%

Renting

Median Rent$1,235
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,260
% of Income10.9%

Living in Los Alamos County, New Mexico

Los Alamos County has a median household income of $135,801 with housing costs that represent 21.5% of income for owners and 10.9% 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.