Cost of Living in Las Vegas, NM

Population 13,120 · New Mexico · Data vintage 2023

51
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Las Vegas's median household income of $42,732 is a meaningful share below the national figure, which shapes most of the downstream economic indicators — from housing affordability to the share of residents living below the poverty line (29% here).

Las Vegas lies roughly 85 miles east of the nearest major metro, Rio Rancho — close enough that regional housing and labor patterns are shaped largely by the larger market. Median home values run roughly 47% lower than Rio Rancho's $273,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 47
Rent 56

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Las Vegas

The median home value in Las Vegas is $143,900 — 53% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $731/month, 44% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $42,732/year is 43% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 5.5%, above the national average of 4.8%. New Mexico's top state income tax rate is 5.9% and the combined sales tax is 7.7%. The climate averages highs of 64.8°F and lows of 35.5°F. Overall, Las Vegas has a cost of living index of 51 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 49% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$143,900
53% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$230,621
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$731/mo
44% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
16.4x
Favors buying
Property Tax Rate
0.8%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$678
1 BR
$790
2 BR
$933
3 BR
$1,307
4 BR
$1,549
Owner-occupied 61.0%
Renter-occupied 39.0%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$731
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,345/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
16.4 min
39% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
12.5%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
68.7%
Carpooled
13.9%
Public transit
0.0%
Walked
3.4%
Bicycle
0.6%
Work from home
12.5%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 5.9%
Total Sales Tax 7.7%
State rate 5.0%
Avg local rate 2.7%
Property Tax 0.8%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$42,732
43% below avg
Per Capita Income
$25,402
Unemployment Rate
5.5%
14% above avg
Poverty Rate
29.3%
Labor Force Participation
50.1%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 16.1%
Graduate degree 11.6%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 42
Male median age 39.9
Female median age 42.6

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
64.8°F
Avg Low
35.5°F
Annual Precip
15.7"
10° 30° 50° 70° 90° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 474956637282848176665546
Low °F 202227324150545346362620
Precip" 0.350.320.600.681.321.623.243.132.161.360.510.44

🏫 Schools

NCES CCD 2019 — public school district data

76.9%
4-Year Graduation Rate
15.7:1
Student-teacher ratio
16
Public schools
2,974
Total enrollment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Las Vegas, NM?

Las Vegas has a cost index of 51 (100 = national average). It is 49% below the national average.

What is average rent in Las Vegas, NM?

The median gross rent in Las Vegas is $731 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Las Vegas?

The median home value in Las Vegas is $143,900 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Las Vegas?

The median household income in Las Vegas is $42,732 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Las Vegas, NM?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Las Vegas is 7.7%. The New Mexico state income tax top rate is 5.9%.

Is Las Vegas, NM affordable?

Yes, Las Vegas is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 51 — about 49% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in Las Vegas?

Las Vegas has average high temperatures of 64.8°F and average lows of 35.5°F. Annual precipitation is 15.7". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Las Vegas at a Glance

Population
13,120
Median Income
$42,732
Home Value
$143,900
Median Rent
$731/mo
Unemployment
5.5%
Avg High Temp
64.8°F
Sales Tax
7.7%
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