HUD Open Data · 2026
What Are the Income Limits in New Mexico?
Highest county median income in New Mexico. HUD Income Limits (AMI) across 33 counties.
Median Income in New Mexico and Neighbouring States
Median Income by County
How New Mexico Compares to Other States
Highest county median income ranked against all states with HUD income limit data.
Higher median income than 98% of states · 2nd of 52
| # | State | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | $205,500 |
| 2 | New Mexico(you are here) | $182,500 |
| 3 | Utah | $167,700 |
| … 46 more … | ||
| 50 | Oklahoma | $99,100 |
| 51 | Mississippi | $98,100 |
| 52 | Puerto Rico | $41,400 |
Highest & Lowest Median Income by County
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Los Alamos County | $182,500 |
| 2 | Santa Fe County | $118,600 |
| 3 | Bernalillo County | $100,400 |
| 31 | McKinley County | $56,400 |
| 32 | Socorro County | $50,000 |
| 33 | Luna County | $48,300 |
The HUD Income Limits for 2026 in New Mexico are set at the county level. Select a county below to see the median income and 30/50/80% AMI bands for household sizes 1 through 8. Source: U.S. HUD, Office of Policy Development & Research, 2026 Income Limits.
| County | 80% AMI (4HH) |
|---|---|
| Bernalillo County, NM | $80,300 |
| Catron County, NM | $58,300 |
| Chaves County, NM | $58,300 |
| Cibola County, NM | $58,300 |
| Colfax County, NM | $58,300 |
| Curry County, NM | $63,200 |
| De Baca County, NM | $71,600 |
| Dona Ana County, NM | $62,150 |
| Eddy County, NM | $80,100 |
| Grant County, NM | $59,500 |
| Guadalupe County, NM | $58,300 |
| Harding County, NM | $68,150 |
| Hidalgo County, NM | $58,300 |
| Lea County, NM | $70,250 |
| Lincoln County, NM | $59,050 |
| Los Alamos County, NM | $106,800 |
| Luna County, NM | $58,300 |
| McKinley County, NM | $58,300 |
| Mora County, NM | $58,300 |
| Otero County, NM | $58,300 |
| Quay County, NM | $58,300 |
| Rio Arriba County, NM | $58,950 |
| Roosevelt County, NM | $58,300 |
| Sandoval County, NM | $80,300 |
| San Juan County, NM | $64,250 |
| San Miguel County, NM | $59,450 |
| Santa Fe County, NM | $87,500 |
| Sierra County, NM | $58,300 |
| Socorro County, NM | $58,300 |
| Taos County, NM | $64,400 |
| Torrance County, NM | $80,300 |
| Union County, NM | $58,300 |
| Valencia County, NM | $80,300 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the HUD Income Limits in New Mexico for 2026?
HUD Income Limits in New Mexico for 2026 vary by county. The 30% AMI limit for a 4-person household across New Mexico's 33 counties spans from $33,000 to $51,250/year. Select a county above for the full household-size breakdown.
When are Income Limits updated in New Mexico?
HUD publishes new income limits annually, typically in spring. The 2026 figures apply for the full calendar year unless HUD issues an interim adjustment.
How does HUD calculate Area Median Income?
HUD calculates Area Median Income using data from the Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS), adjusted for inflation using the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Consumer Price Index. HUD then publishes income limits at 30%, 50%, and 80% of the adjusted median for each household size.
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