Cost of living in Los Alamos County, NM

In Los Alamos County, NM, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,074 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,409 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,698 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

In Los Alamos County, NM, the average household income is $143,188 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $83,631 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

The estimated cost of living in Los Alamos County, NM is approximately $4,094 per month for a single person, $6,198 for a couple, $8,607 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

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

Based on the data, a single person in Los Alamos County, NM would need approximately $4,094 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $143,188 per year ($11,932 per month). Los Alamos County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Los Alamos County, NM is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

The average home value in Los Alamos County, NM is $452,500, with average annual property taxes of $2,591, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

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