Cost of Living in Sierra County, NM

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

Median Income

$35,256

Median Rent

$729/mo

Median Home

$138,400

Affordability

364

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$700
Property Tax$61
Insurance$46

Total Monthly$807
% of Income27.5%

Renting

Median Rent$729
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$754
% of Income24.8%

Living in Sierra County, New Mexico

Sierra County has a median household income of $35,256 with housing costs that represent 27.5% of income for owners and 24.8% 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.