Bernalillo County, New Mexico Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Mexico. Population: 182,272.
The median annual property tax in Bernalillo County is $2,544, which is 144% higher than the New Mexico state average and 32% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.95% on a median home value of $268,500. Property taxes represent 3.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,544
+144% vs State
+32% vs US
Median Home Value
$268,500
+48% vs State
+27% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.95%
+58% vs State
+0% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,607
$217/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,427
$202/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,544 +3.5% | 0.95% |
| 2022 | $2,459 +8.2% | 0.99% |
| 2021 | $2,273 +4.3% | 1.05% |
| 2020 | $2,179 +2.4% | 1.06% |
| 2019 | $2,128 | 1.07% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
3.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$66,514
per year
Monthly Tax
$212
per month
Other Counties in New Mexico
Lincoln County
Tax: $1,143/yr Rate: 0.54%
Cibola County
Tax: $983/yr Rate: 0.82%
Doña Ana County
Tax: $1,404/yr Rate: 0.68%
Valencia County
Tax: $1,365/yr Rate: 0.66%
Torrance County
Tax: $677/yr Rate: 0.47%
Sierra County
Tax: $793/yr Rate: 0.55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Bernalillo County, New Mexico? ▼
The median annual property tax in Bernalillo County is $2,544 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.95% on a median home value of $268,500.
How does Bernalillo County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Bernalillo County are 32% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.95% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Bernalillo County? ▼
In Bernalillo County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,607 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,427. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Bernalillo County? ▼
Property taxes in Bernalillo County represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $66,514. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.