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Cost of living in Guadalupe County, NM

Estimated monthly cost
$2,531/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 4,379 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $826 33%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $326 13%
Transport $320 13%
Federal tax $297 12%
Energy $130 5%
State tax $92 4%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Guadalupe County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$678
per month
1 bedroom
$826
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,273
per month
4 bedroom
$1,549
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Guadalupe County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$40,149
per year
Individual earnings
$28,264
per year
Per capita
$30,367
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Guadalupe County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$107,200
Annual property tax
$563

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Guadalupe County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$92
per month · 15.4¢/kWh
Natural gas
$38
per month
Annual total
$1,560
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Guadalupe County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.5%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Guadalupe County

State and local tax rates for New Mexico.

State income tax
5.9%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
5.0%
Combined sales tax
7.7%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Guadalupe County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
18.8 min
Drive alone
83.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Guadalupe County

What it costs to live in Guadalupe County each month.

Single person
$2,531
per month
  • Rent $826
  • Energy $130
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $326
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $297
  • State tax $92
Couple
$3,471
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $156
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $540
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $347
  • State tax $141
Family
$5,931
per month
  • Rent $1,273
  • Energy $195
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $820
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $347
  • State tax $141

Frequently asked questions about Guadalupe County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Guadalupe County?

In Guadalupe County, NM, a one-bedroom apartment averages $826 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,273 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Guadalupe County?

In Guadalupe County, NM, the average household income is $40,149 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $28,264 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Guadalupe County?

The estimated cost of living in Guadalupe County, NM is approximately $2,531 per month for a single person, $3,471 for a couple, $5,931 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Guadalupe County?

The combined sales tax rate in Guadalupe County, NM is 7.72%, which includes the New Mexico state rate of 5.00% plus an average local rate of 2.72%.

Is Guadalupe County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Guadalupe County, NM would need approximately $2,531 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $40,149 per year ($3,346 per month). Guadalupe County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Guadalupe County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Guadalupe County, NM is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Guadalupe County?

The average home value in Guadalupe County, NM is $107,200, with average annual property taxes of $563, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Guadalupe County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources