Roosevelt County, New Mexico Housing Market
In Roosevelt County, New Mexico, the median home value is $135,800, with a median monthly rent of $898. This places Roosevelt County at #2423 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #24 within New Mexico.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $792
- Establishments: 424
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 6,597 (avg $48,290)
- Outflow: 5,967 (avg $49,445)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 1 active ZIP codes in Roosevelt County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 88130 | 242.9 | +5.81% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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View Mortgage Guide for Roosevelt County →How Roosevelt County Compares
| Metric | Roosevelt County | New Mexico Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $135,800 | $192,727 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $898 | $904 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 60.7% | 74.2% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 12.6 | 17.7 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Roosevelt County is 29.5% below the New Mexico state average and 40.4% below the U.S. national average. The median rent of $898/month is 0.7% below the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 12.6, buying a home in Roosevelt County is generally more favorable than renting for those planning to stay long-term. A ratio below 15 typically signals that purchasing is financially advantageous over a multi-year horizon.
Roosevelt County has an owner-occupancy rate of 60.7%, compared to 74.2% in New Mexico and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chambers County | Alabama | $135,800 | $871 |
| La Paz County | Arizona | $135,800 | $802 |
| Walker County | Alabama | $135,900 | $756 |
| Van Buren County | Arkansas | $135,700 | $722 |
| Wayne County | Kentucky | $135,700 | $727 |
Other Counties in New Mexico
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Socorro County | $137,500 | $691 | 75.1% |
| Luna County | $128,000 | $650 | 70.9% |
| Cibola County | $125,400 | $759 | 76.1% |
| Union County | $122,700 | $683 | 72.4% |
| Mora County | $122,600 | $887 | 86.7% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).