Average Rent in New Mexico

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Current Versus Historical New Mexico Rents

New Mexico rentals average $945 for a studio rental to $2,273 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,068, or roughly $16 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $112 (13.45%) year-over-year from $833 to $945. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $228 (-23.27%) year-over-year from $978 to $750. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $184 (-15.75%) year-over-year from $1,169 to $985. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $111 (5.64%) year-over-year from $1,964 to $2,075. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $63 (-2.74%) year-over-year from $2,311 to $2,248. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.
Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 6.38% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 5.06% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.34% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.96% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.45% this month.
Beds
Price / Sqft
Oct 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $32.40 $945 $833 (13.45%) $837 (12.95%)
1 BR $16.50 $750 $978 (-23.27%) $850 (-11.76%)
2 BR $14.05 $985 $1,169 (-15.75%) $1,042 (-5.44%)
3 BR $16.31 $2,075 $1,964 (5.64%) $1,750 (18.57%)
4+ BR $14.16 $2,248 $2,311 (-2.74%) $2,183 (2.94%)

Historical Rents in New Mexico

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Top Cities Near New Mexico

There are a total of 50 cities nearby New Mexico. The average rent in New Mexico is currently $2,100 per month. Only one city nearby has an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Albuquerque, NM, with an average rent of $963, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near New Mexico is La Quinta, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $6,500 per month.

Let's compare New Mexico's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in New Mexico is 0.21% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 48.77% more affordable. Two bedrooms in New Mexico are about 69.55% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 13.16% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 50 total cities near New Mexico in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Albuquerque, NM $773 $825 $995 $963
Lubbock, TX $500 $599 $799 $1,299
Tucson, AZ $675 $798 $1,275 $1,435
El Paso, TX $875 $799 $1,100 $1,625
San Tan Valley, AZ N/A N/A $3,548 $2,000
Mesa, AZ $1,087 $1,200 $1,497 $2,047
Tempe, AZ $1,097 $1,293 $1,600 $2,100
Gilbert, AZ N/A $1,565 $2,125 $2,420
Chandler, AZ $1,632 $1,557 $1,950 $2,485
Scottsdale, AZ $899 $2,000 $3,500 $4,125

Top Neighborhoods Near New Mexico

There are a total of 80 neighborhoods in or near New Mexico. Some of these neighborhoods include Westchase, North University, and Woodlake - Briar Meadow. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 80 total neighborhoods in or near New Mexico in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near New Mexico is currently around $2,139 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-nine neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,139. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than New Mexico's average rent, which is only $1,068. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near New Mexico, Capitol Hill has the most affordable average rent at $1,025 per month. Whereas, at $7,500 average rent per month, PGA West is the most expensive neighborhood in or near New Mexico. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Westchase, Houston, TX N/A $965 $1,297 $1,200
North University, Austin, TX $850 $999 $1,500 $1,200
Woodlake - Briar Meadow, Houston, TX $1,700 $1,099 $1,378 $1,300
West University, Austin, TX $973 $995 $1,600 $1,450
St. Johns, Austin, TX N/A $1,085 $1,673 $1,495
Sharpstown, Houston, TX N/A $1,045 $1,400 $1,500
Riverside, Austin, TX $1,429 $995 $1,856 $1,570
Lake Highlands, Dallas, TX N/A $963 $1,473 $1,575
Eldridge - West Oaks, Houston, TX N/A $1,009 $1,200 $1,599
Alief, Houston, TX $779 $1,029 $1,348 $1,650
Hancock, Austin, TX $1,615 $1,195 $1,848 $1,685
Greater Fondren Southwest, Houston, TX N/A $950 $1,300 $1,825
Energy Corridor, Houston, TX $1,025 $1,350 $1,800 $1,899
Spring Branch West, Houston, TX N/A $1,582 $2,009 $1,934
Silverado Ranch, Paradise, NV N/A $1,250 $1,545 $1,995
Briarforest, Houston, TX N/A $1,350 $1,800 $2,063
South Lamar, Austin, TX N/A $1,590 $2,050 $2,148
Downtown Dallas, Dallas, TX $1,417 $1,895 $2,425 $2,150
Rhodes Ranch, Spring Valley, NV N/A $1,350 $1,538 $2,195
Sun City, AZ N/A $1,250 $2,450 $2,200
Memorial, Houston, TX N/A $1,466 $1,800 $2,273
Mira Villas, Las Vegas, NV N/A $1,323 $1,900 $2,386
Zilker, Austin, TX $1,645 $2,045 $2,800 $2,495
Spring Branch Central, Houston, TX N/A $1,110 $1,730 $2,525
Sun City Anthem, Anthem, AZ N/A $1,365 $3,500 $2,800
Oak Lawn, Dallas, TX $1,847 $2,265 $3,662 $3,268
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX $1,975 $2,668 $3,789 $3,270
Downtown Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ N/A $3,000 $3,400 $3,775
McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale, AZ $1,500 $2,650 $4,395 $4,600
Greyhawk, Scottsdale, AZ N/A $1,950 $4,000 $4,998

Top Counties Near New Mexico

There are a total of 49 counties located by New Mexico. Some of these counties include Bernalillo, NM, Lubbock, TX, and El Paso, TX. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,100. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of 3 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is San Antonio Central, San Antonio, TX. Its average rent per month is $950. Vice versa, with an average rent of $4,200, San Diego, CA is the most expensive county by New Mexico.

Typically, rent for studios in New Mexico is 26.98% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in New Mexico is 49.69% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in New Mexico is 55.78% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Bernalillo, NM $773 $825 $995 $963
Lubbock, TX $500 $599 $799 $1,349
El Paso, TX $875 $799 $1,100 $1,400
Pima, AZ $675 $795 $1,295 $1,600
Pinal, AZ $975 $935 $1,600 $1,850
El Paso, CO $999 $943 $1,205 $1,873
El Paso East, TX $800 $756 $950 $1,875
El Paso Northwest, El Paso, TX N/A $762 $1,199 $1,975
Abilene, TX $1,000 $998 $1,595 $2,200
Maricopa, AZ $998 $1,395 $1,995 $2,395

Top Zipcodes Near New Mexico

There are a total of 48 zipcodes in or near New Mexico. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,275.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $830. That's at least $21 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near New Mexico is $1,400 per month. Or in other words, $23 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,825 per month. Which comes out to $20 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in New Mexico. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
79938, Fort Hancock, TX $800 $812 $1,150 $1,795
79928, Agua Dulce, TX N/A $700 $973 $1,995
78705, Austin, TX $890 $1,000 $1,600 $1,400
85251, Scottsdale, AZ $799 $2,000 $2,495 $3,000
77449, Houston, TX $650 $1,292 $1,724 $1,990
79912, El Paso, TX N/A $1,400 $1,373 $1,900
77493, Northwest Harris, TX $2,600 $1,350 $1,700 $2,395
79936, El Paso, TX N/A $850 $1,095 $1,500
77494, Fulshear-Simonton, TX $3,000 $1,350 $1,850 $2,600
85255, Scottsdale, AZ N/A $2,032 $4,200 $5,500

Frequently Asked Questions - New Mexico Average Rents

What is the average rent price in New Mexico?
The average monthly rental price for New Mexico apartments for rent is approximately $1,068. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do New Mexico rent prices drop in winter?
Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in New Mexico.
How much is a studio apartment in New Mexico?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $945 and an average price per square feet of $32.40. There are a total of 9 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in New Mexico.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in New Mexico?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $815 and an average price per square feet of $16.50. There are a total of 34 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in New Mexico.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in New Mexico?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $995 and an average price per square feet of $14.05. There are a total of 34 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in New Mexico.
How have rent prices in New Mexico changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in New Mexico can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.13%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.23%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.16%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in New Mexico?
A reasonable rent price in New Mexico is around $854/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.