Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in Santa Fe city, New Mexico?
City · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in Santa Fe city, New Mexico is $1,463/month (±$54), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $444,900 (±$11,600), and the median household income is $73,482/year. The unemployment rate in Santa Fe County, New Mexico was 3.9% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for Santa Fe city, New Mexico
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,463 |
| Median Home Value | $444,900 |
| Median Household Income | $73,482 |
| Total Housing Units | 41,921 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 15,275 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 36% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 4,225 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 3.9% |
How does Santa Fe city, New Mexico compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all cities in New Mexico.
Higher rent than 95% of cities in New Mexico · 11th of 185
| # | City | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sandia Heights CDP | $3,050 |
| 2 | Cañoncito CDP | $3,011 |
| 3 | Placitas CDP (Sandoval County) | $2,717 |
| … 7 more … | ||
| 11 | Santa Fe city(you are here) | $1,463 |
| … 171 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 Santa Fe city, New Mexico?
The median gross rent in Santa Fe city, New Mexico is $1,463/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 Santa Fe city, New Mexico?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe city, New Mexico?
The median home value in Santa Fe city, New Mexico is $444,900 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in Santa Fe city are rent-burdened?
In Santa Fe city, New Mexico, 4,225 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 Santa Fe city, New Mexico?
The median household income in Santa Fe city, New Mexico is $73,482/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 $1,463 has a margin of error of ±$54. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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