Rio Arriba County, New Mexico Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New Mexico. Population: 11,697.
The median annual property tax in Rio Arriba County is $1,000, which is 4% lower than the New Mexico state average and 48% below the national average. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $230,900. Property taxes represent 1.9% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$1,000
-4% vs State
-48% vs US
Median Home Value
$230,900
+27% vs State
+9% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
0.43%
-28% vs State
-55% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$1,197
$100/mo
Without Mortgage
$846
$71/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 | $1,000 +5.7% | 0.43% |
| 2022 | $946 +11.7% | 0.44% |
| 2021 | $847 -0.2% | 0.47% |
| 2020 | $849 +7.5% | 0.49% |
| 2019 | $790 | 0.47% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
1.9%
of median household income
Median Income
$53,901
per year
Monthly Tax
$83
per month
Other Counties in New Mexico
Sierra County
Tax: $793/yr Rate: 0.55%
Sandoval County
Tax: $2,147/yr Rate: 0.76%
San Juan County
Tax: $1,249/yr Rate: 0.67%
Grant County
Tax: $756/yr Rate: 0.46%
Harding County
Tax: $328/yr Rate: 0.38%
Torrance County
Tax: $677/yr Rate: 0.47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico? ▼
The median annual property tax in Rio Arriba County is $1,000 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 0.43% on a median home value of $230,900.
How does Rio Arriba County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Rio Arriba County are 48% below the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 0.43% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Rio Arriba County? ▼
In Rio Arriba County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,197 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $846. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Rio Arriba County? ▼
Property taxes in Rio Arriba County represent approximately 1.9% of the median household income of $53,901. 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.