Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in Rio Rancho city, New Mexico?
City · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in Rio Rancho city, New Mexico is $1,514/month (±$67), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $310,200 (±$7,254), and the median household income is $89,596/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 Rio Rancho city, New Mexico
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,514 |
| Median Home Value | $310,200 |
| Median Household Income | $89,596 |
| Total Housing Units | 40,323 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 7,171 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 18% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 1,528 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 4.4% |
How does Rio Rancho city, New Mexico compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all cities in New Mexico.
Higher rent than 96% of cities in New Mexico · 9th of 185
| # | City | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sandia Heights CDP | $3,050 |
| 2 | Cañoncito CDP | $3,011 |
| 3 | Placitas CDP (Sandoval County) | $2,717 |
| … 5 more … | ||
| 9 | Rio Rancho city(you are here) | $1,514 |
| … 173 more … | ||
| 183 | Cuba village | $306 |
| 184 | Mescalero CDP | $260 |
| 185 | Peña Blanca CDP | $99 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Rio Rancho city, New Mexico?
The median gross rent in Rio Rancho city, New Mexico is $1,514/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 Rio Rancho city, New Mexico?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Rio Rancho city, 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 Rio Rancho city, New Mexico?
The median home value in Rio Rancho city, New Mexico is $310,200 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in Rio Rancho city are rent-burdened?
In Rio Rancho city, New Mexico, 1,528 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 Rio Rancho city, New Mexico?
The median household income in Rio Rancho city, New Mexico is $89,596/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 $1,514 has a margin of error of ±$67. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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