Los Alamos County, New Mexico Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Mexico. Population: 6,121.
The median annual property tax in Los Alamos County is $2,591, which is 148% higher than the New Mexico state average and 35% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $452,500. Property taxes represent 1.8% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$2,591
+148% vs State
+35% vs US
Median Home Value
$452,500
+149% vs State
+114% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.57%
-5% vs State
-40% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$2,570
$214/mo
Without Mortgage
$2,635
$220/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 | $2,591 +6.1% | 0.57% |
| 2022 | $2,442 +8.9% | 0.59% |
| 2021 | $2,242 +3.2% | 0.65% |
| 2020 | $2,172 +8.8% | 0.67% |
| 2019 | $1,997 | 0.66% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.8%
of median household income
Median Income
$143,188
per year
Monthly Tax
$216
per month
Other Counties in New Mexico
Cibola County
Tax: $983/yr Rate: 0.82%
Otero County
Tax: $841/yr Rate: 0.56%
Mora County
Tax: $642/yr Rate: 0.54%
Colfax County
Tax: $927/yr Rate: 0.58%
Luna County
Tax: $648/yr Rate: 0.58%
De Baca County
Tax: $788/yr Rate: 0.50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Los Alamos County, New Mexico? ▼
The median annual property tax in Los Alamos County is $2,591 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.57% on a median home value of $452,500.
How does Los Alamos County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Los Alamos County are 35% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.57% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Los Alamos County? ▼
In Los Alamos County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,570 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $2,635. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Los Alamos County? ▼
Property taxes in Los Alamos County represent approximately 1.8% of the median household income of $143,188. 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.