Cibola County, New Mexico Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Mexico. Population: 5,886.
The median annual property tax in Cibola County is $983, which is 6% lower than the New Mexico state average and 49% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $120,000. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$983
-6% vs State
-49% vs US
Median Home Value
$120,000
-34% vs State
-43% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.82%
+37% vs State
-14% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,188
$99/mo
Without Mortgage
$592
$49/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 | $983 +28.0% | 0.82% |
| 2022 | $768 +20.4% | 0.75% |
| 2021 | $638 -0.5% | 0.74% |
| 2020 | $641 -1.8% | 0.72% |
| 2019 | $653 | 0.77% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$51,765
per year
Monthly Tax
$82
per month
Other Counties in New Mexico
Doña Ana County
Tax: $1,404/yr Rate: 0.68%
Santa Fe County
Tax: $2,110/yr Rate: 0.51%
Rio Arriba County
Tax: $1,000/yr Rate: 0.43%
Lincoln County
Tax: $1,143/yr Rate: 0.54%
Roosevelt County
Tax: $593/yr Rate: 0.44%
Valencia County
Tax: $1,365/yr Rate: 0.66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Cibola County, New Mexico? ▼
The median annual property tax in Cibola County is $983 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.82% on a median home value of $120,000.
How does Cibola County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Cibola County are 49% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.82% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Cibola County? ▼
In Cibola County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,188 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $592. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Cibola County? ▼
Property taxes in Cibola County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $51,765. 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.