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Cost of living in Sandoval County, NM

Part of the Albuquerque Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$3,099/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 151,538 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $1,084 35%
Federal tax $545 18%
Healthcare $480 15%
Groceries $326 11%
Transport $320 10%
State tax $154 5%
Energy $130 4%
Water $60 2%

Rent in Sandoval County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$913
per month
1 bedroom
$1,084
per month
2 bedroom
$1,331
per month
3 bedroom
$1,865
per month
4 bedroom
$2,209
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Sandoval County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$84,053
per year
Individual earnings
$43,381
per year
Per capita
$39,698
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Sandoval County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$282,300
Annual property tax
$2,147

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Sandoval 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 Sandoval County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.8%

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 Sandoval 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 Sandoval County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
30.2 min
Drive alone
73.4%
Public transit
0.7%
Work from home
15.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Sandoval County

What it costs to live in Sandoval County each month.

Single person
$3,099
per month
  • Rent $1,084
  • Energy $130
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $326
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $545
  • State tax $154
Couple
$4,747
per month
  • Rent $1,331
  • Energy $156
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $540
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,046
  • State tax $320
Family
$7,401
per month
  • Rent $1,865
  • Energy $195
  • Water $85
  • Groceries $820
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,046
  • State tax $320

Frequently asked questions about Sandoval County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Sandoval County?

In Sandoval County, NM, a one-bedroom apartment averages $1,084 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,331 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,865 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Sandoval County?

In Sandoval County, NM, the average household income is $84,053 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,381 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Sandoval County?

The estimated cost of living in Sandoval County, NM is approximately $3,099 per month for a single person, $4,747 for a couple, $7,401 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Sandoval County?

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

Is Sandoval County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Sandoval County, NM would need approximately $3,099 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $84,053 per year ($7,004 per month). Sandoval County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Sandoval County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Sandoval County, NM is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Sandoval County?

The average home value in Sandoval County, NM is $282,300, with average annual property taxes of $2,147, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Sandoval County compare to other areas?

You can compare Sandoval County, NM with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Sandoval County is in the Albuquerque, NM metro area.

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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