New Mexico
State in United States
New Mexico has a land area of 121,280.1 square miles and a water area of 280.9 square miles. It is the 5th largest state by area. New Mexico is bordered by Colorado, Utah, Oklahoma, Texas, and Arizona.
Population and People
Total Population
2,115,877Data from Census BureauAverage Age
39.1 YearData from Census BureauSenior Population (65 years and older)
391,797Data from Census BureauVeterans
7.9%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$75,618Data from Census BureauPoverty
28.9%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
1,685,577Data from Census BureauUnemployed
4.4%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
834,007Data from Census BureauMedian Gross Rent (in dollars)
$906Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
55.7%Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
44.3%Data from Census BureauMedian Home Price (in dollars)
$214,000Data from Census BureauRenter Rate
254,299Data from Census BureauHomeownership Rate
579,708Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
16.2%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of New Mexico is located in Fort Worth Regional Office. Within New Mexico there are . Throughout New Mexico there are 27 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
CONTACT HUD: NEW MEXICO
For general questions about HUD or its programs, contact our Albuquerque Field Office.
For questions about FHA loans or programs, contact our FHA Resource Center:
- Find the answer online
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) CALL-FHA (800-225-5342)
- TTY: (800) 877-8339
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our Public and Indian Housing Information Resource Center:
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) 955-2232
- TTY: (800) 877-8339
FIELD OFFICES HUD: NEW MEXICO
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: NEW MEXICO
TANF OFFICE HUD: NEW MEXICO
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: NEW MEXICO
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: NEW MEXICO
RENTAL HELP: NEW MEXICO
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
- PHAs in New Mexico
- Questions? Email or call our Public and Indian Housing Information Resource Center toll-free at (800) 955-2232.
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.
Need advice?
- Contact a housing counseling agency
- HUD Resource Locator – search for HUD offices, affordable housing, public housing agencies and homeless resources
HOMEOWNERSHIP: NEW MEXICO
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
- Make your home more energy efficient
Population by Age Range in New Mexico
Age and Sex
39.1 +/- 0.3
Median Age in New Mexico
Age and Sex
39.1 +/- 0.3
Median Age in New Mexico
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in New Mexico
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in New Mexico
Older Population
18.50 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in New Mexico
Older Population
18.50 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in New Mexico
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in New Mexico
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in New Mexico
Veterans
7.90 +/- 0.3
Veterans in New Mexico
Veterans
7.90 +/- 0.3
Veterans in New Mexico
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in New Mexico
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in New Mexico
Median Household Income
$53,992 +/- $1,483
Median Household Income in New Mexico
Median Household Income
$53,992 +/- $1,483
Median Household Income in New Mexico
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in New Mexico
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in New Mexico
Poverty
18.40 +/- 1.0
Poverty in New Mexico
Poverty
18.40 +/- 1.0
Poverty in New Mexico
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in New Mexico
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in New Mexico
Educational Attainment
30.10 +/- 0.7
Educational Attainment in New Mexico
Educational Attainment
30.10 +/- 0.7
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in New Mexico
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in New Mexico
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in New Mexico
Employment rate
51.70% +/- 0.8%
Employment rate in New Mexico
Employment rate
51.70% +/- 0.8%
Employment rate in New Mexico
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: NEW MEXICO
HUD Multifamily Housing Updates for the Southwest Region This Mailing list’s purpose will be to provide updates and announcements for the Southwest Region Multifamily stakeholders, owners, management agents, and lenders.
Region VI Environment To provide information updates about environmental review information resources and training opportunities.
Southwest Office of Native American Programs: All Tribes and Tribally Designated Housing Entities This mailing list will be used to share HUD Southwest Office of Native American Programs (SWONAP) program information, training opportunities, or activities in the Southwest region with Tribes, Tribally Designated Housing Entities (TDHE) and other interested parties.
Affordable Housing Types
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Last Updated: September 1, 2023