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What Is the Average Rent in ZCTA5 87144, New Mexico?

$1,688/month 1.1%vs 2023 ($1,670)

ZIP code · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in ZCTA5 87144, New Mexico (ZIP 87144) is $1,688/month (±$129), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $321,900 (±$11,118), and the median household income is $94,550/year. The unemployment rate in Sandoval County, New Mexico was 4.4% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Housing Metrics for ZIP 87144

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,688
Median Home Value$321,900
Median Household Income$94,550
Total Housing Units18,364
Renter-Occupied Units2,537
Renter-Occupied Share14%
Households Paying 50%+ Income528 households
Unemployment Rate(April 2026)4.4%

How does ZIP 87144 compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all ZIP codes in New Mexico.

Higher rent than 98% of ZIP codes in New Mexico · 4th of 173

Cheapest: ZCTA5 88029($414)
Priciest: ZCTA5 87043($2,717)
#ZIP codeValue
1ZCTA5 87043$2,717
2ZCTA5 87122$2,534
3ZCTA5 87116$1,766
4ZCTA5 87144(you are here)$1,688
… 166 more …
171ZCTA5 88029$414
172ZCTA5 88119$387
173ZCTA5 88340$330

Geography

ZIP 87144 is in Sandoval County, New Mexico.

It covers part of Rio Rancho city, New Mexico.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in ZCTA5 87144, New Mexico?

The median gross rent in ZCTA5 87144, New Mexico (ZIP 87144) is $1,688/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 87144, New Mexico?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in ZCTA5 87144, New Mexico is not available based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in ZCTA5 87144, New Mexico?

The median home value in ZCTA5 87144, New Mexico (ZIP 87144) is $321,900 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in ZCTA5 87144 are rent-burdened?

In ZCTA5 87144, New Mexico, 528 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.

What is the median household income in ZCTA5 87144, New Mexico?

The median household income in ZCTA5 87144, New Mexico is $94,550/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?

The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,688 has a margin of error of ±$129. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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