Cost of Living in Peralta, NM

With a cost of living index of 96, Peralta, NM is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 4% cheaper than the national average and 9% above the New Mexico state average of 86. Peralta is a small community of 3,385 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Peralta's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,327 (1% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $275,000 (10% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4.1x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Peralta is $67,703, which is 10% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 24% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

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.