2022 Counties with the Lowest Cost of Living in New Mexico

Explore the counties with the lowest cost of living based on the consumer price index and access to affordable housing (housing-to-income rates). Ranking based on data from the U.S. Census and BLS. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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#1 Counties with the Lowest Cost of Living in New Mexico.
Cibola County
County in New Mexico,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 1 stars.
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Overall Niche Grade: C+,
Population: 26,763,
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#2 Counties with the Lowest Cost of Living in New Mexico.
Quay County
County in New Mexico,
Overall Niche Grade: C+,
Population: 8,265,
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#3 Counties with the Lowest Cost of Living in New Mexico.
McKinley County
County in New Mexico,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 2.5 stars.
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Overall Niche Grade: C,
Population: 71,956,
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Parent: St. John's is providing an excellent academic and social environment for our children in middle school. They were not being challenged as much as they needed in our local public school, so we switched from MCPS, and couldn't be happier. They are not only challenged academically at St. John's, but they are also encouraged to think on a deeper level about their faith, which is important to our family. Opportunities abound for involvement in leadership activities, the arts and athletics. The small school setting allows all the children to get to know each other, no matter what grade they're in, so it feels more like a big family. We love that STJES is also teaching them life skills such as talking to their teachers/adults, public speaking, respecting one another, as well as advocating for themselves. Additionally, there is an emphasis on community service within and outside of the school throughout the year. It's been a great experience, and we're very thankful to have found St. John's!... Read 11 reviews
Sponsored Result, St. John's Episcopal School
Blue checkmark.
Private School,
OLNEY, MD,
PK, K-8,
11 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says St. John's is providing an excellent academic and social environment for our children in middle school. They were not being challenged as much as they needed in our local public school, so we....
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Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 179,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,
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Socorro County
County in New Mexico,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says It is a peace part of town. This place is safe and you can walk out at the middle of the night without worrying about anything that might happen to you.People are lovely and they are willing to help....
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Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Population: 16,723,
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Luna County
County in New Mexico,
Overall Niche Grade: C,
Population: 24,022,
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Lea County
County in New Mexico,
Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Population: 70,359,
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Colfax County
County in New Mexico,
Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Population: 12,106,
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Chaves County
County in New Mexico,
Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Population: 64,912,
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Eddy County
County in New Mexico,
8 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says It is great to live here in Carlsbad, the atmosphere and area is wonderful. I may choose to live here again once I am retired and ready to settle down..
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Overall Niche Grade: B,
Population: 57,865,
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Otero County
County in New Mexico,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I live in Chaparral, NM which is split up into Otero and Dona Ana county. My experience residing in Otero county has been great. The only issue I have is the Otero side of Chaparral lacks a police....
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Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Population: 66,804,
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Sierra County
County in New Mexico,
Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Population: 10,988,
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Grant County
County in New Mexico,
Overall Niche Grade: B,
Population: 27,391,
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Rio Arriba County
County in New Mexico,
Overall Niche Grade: C minus,
Population: 38,962,
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Roosevelt County
County in New Mexico,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars.
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Overall Niche Grade: B,
Population: 18,723,
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San Juan County
County in New Mexico,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars.
Read 1 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Population: 125,608,
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Curry County
County in New Mexico,
Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Population: 49,502,
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Torrance County
County in New Mexico,
Overall Niche Grade: C,
Population: 15,477,
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Current Resident: While being a safe environment, there are many things that make up Los Alamos. Such as, all the different events that happen throughout the year. During the summer there is the Gordon concerts, craft fair, science festival, farmers market, etc. During the winter there is meeting santa, ice skating, skiing, etc. Many companies help put on different events so there is always something to do. With all the different activities, it is very safe. There is very little criminal action. The schools have a wide variety of programs and there are many amazing teachers. Though Los Alamos is great, its not perfect. Many students have experienced a depression/anxiety because of the high expectations. Like every school, there are amazing teachers and "not the best" teachers. All the classes are reasonable, but it is the "not the best" teachers that make the classes tough. Overall, it is an amazing town that is safe and is keeps you on your toes.... Read 9 reviews
Los Alamos County
County in New Mexico,
9 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says While being a safe environment, there are many things that make up Los Alamos. Such as, all the different events that happen throughout the year. During the summer there is the Gordon concerts, craft....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 18,976,
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Valencia County
County in New Mexico,
3 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Beautiful area with all amenities and close to mountains, beaches and airports. Many opportunities to become involved in the community and volunteer..
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Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Population: 76,518,
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Lincoln County
County in New Mexico,
Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Population: 19,640,
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San Miguel County
County in New Mexico,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Las Vegas,NM is a small community friendly little town. It is a college town that has one community college, and one university. The whole town is a ten minute drive from one side to the other..
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Overall Niche Grade: C minus,
Population: 27,546,
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Doña Ana County
County in New Mexico,
Overall Niche Grade: B+,
Population: 217,696,
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Current Resident: Here in Albuquerque, New Mexico you can wake up and go for a short drive and ski all morning. After enjoying some authentic New Mexican chile preferably red and green mixed for the best of both on a stuffed sopapilla for lunch, head down the mountain to enjoy your favorite past time during the mildest winter you will ever experience. Whether you want to golf or play tennis to work off those memorable lunch. You can stroll down old town and dress up for dinner while listening to live music. Make the most of each day here in New Mexico where the food is always hot and we there is always something to do.... Read 35 reviews
Bernalillo County
County in New Mexico,
35 Niche users give it an average review of 3.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Here in Albuquerque, New Mexico you can wake up and go for a short drive and ski all morning. After enjoying some authentic New Mexican chile preferably red and green mixed for the best of both on a....
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Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Population: 679,037,
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Sandoval County
County in New Mexico,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Read 1 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B+,
Population: 144,954,
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Current Resident: We bought a house outside of Taos in 2004 and moved here when we retired in 2015. In addition to the natural beauty and nearly perfect weather, Taos has a wonderful feeling of community. It has been easy to make good friends here, from newer arrivals like us to locals who've live here their entire lives. We'd lived in larger metro areas before coming here but find small town living to be a refreshing change from the crowds and traffic of a big city. Most surprising to us has been the excellent medical care we've received. Taos is the ideal retirement location for us.... Read 8 reviews
Taos County
County in New Mexico,
8 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says We bought a house outside of Taos in 2004 and moved here when we retired in 2015. In addition to the natural beauty and nearly perfect weather, Taos has a wonderful feeling of community. It has been....
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Overall Niche Grade: B minus,
Population: 32,759,
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Parent: Veritas has been such a good fit for our family. Coming from a homeschooled background, we were concerned how our child would do there all day. My child looks forward to being at school everyday and especially in his classroom with his teacher. Our son feels totally safe there and had no separation anxiety. Every morning my child excitedly ran to greet the administrators at the door. He loved that he could start his day by racing them to be the first to say hello. He also loves going to memory period. He has grown so much this year. His teacher is bright, loving, fun and very patient. She takes them outside several times a day, gives them snack time and miraculously gets them to nap. It is amazing how much better his reading and social grace has gotten too. They have an excellent classical curriculum delivered in love. The teachers are very invested and the small class sizes guarantee personal attention. We also love the other parents. This family community is priceless!... Read 112 reviews
Sponsored Result, Veritas Collegiate Academy
Blue checkmark.
Private School,
CHESAPEAKE, VA,
K-12,
112 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Veritas has been such a good fit for our family. Coming from a homeschooled background, we were concerned how our child would do there all day. My child looks forward to being at school everyday and especially in his classroom with his teacher. Our son feels totally safe there and had no separation anxiety. Every morning my child excitedly ran to greet the administrators at the door. He loved that he could start his day by racing them to be the first to say hello. He also loves going to memory period. He has grown so much this year. His teacher is bright, loving, fun and very patient. She takes them outside several times a day, gives them snack time and miraculously gets them to nap. It is...They have an excellent classical curriculum delivered in love. The teachers are very invested and the small class sizes guarantee personal attention. We also love the other parents. This family....
Read 112 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 259,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,
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Parent: Santa Fe Prep is a great place to learn! With a focus on learning how to learn this school is great. Aside from the wonderful staff and teachers who seem excited to be teaching and really seem to enjoy working with the kids, the school focuses on teaching the kids how to learn - study habits, organizational skills, finding recourses for help, and learning how to advocate.... Read 25 reviews
Sponsored Result, Santa Fe Preparatory School
Blue checkmark.
Private School,
SANTA FE, NM,
7-12,
25 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Santa Fe Prep is a great place to learn! With a focus on learning how to learn this school is great. Aside from the wonderful staff and teachers who seem excited to be teaching and really seem to....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 339,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,
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