Cost of Living in Alamogordo, NM
Population: 31,063 • 2026 Data
$52,515
Median Household Income
-32% vs national
$886
Median Monthly Rent
-34% vs national
$163,600
Median Home Value
-52% vs national
6.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Alamogordo
The median home value in Alamogordo, NM is $163,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $886, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $847.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Alamogordo, NM is $52,515. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0%, with a labor force of 14,775 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.