Cost of Living in Cochiti Lake, NM

With a cost of living index of 95, Cochiti Lake, NM is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 5% cheaper than the national average and 9% above the New Mexico state average of 86. Cochiti Lake is a small community of 453 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Cochiti Lake's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,482 (12% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $208,100 (32% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.8x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Cochiti Lake is $54,861, which is 27% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 32% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Everyday prices in the Albuquerque, NM (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.