High-desert value; safety drags it. Median home price runs about $354K with an effective property tax near 0.67% — roughly $2,372/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
Dimension
Albuquerque
Median home price
$354K
Effective property tax
0.67%
Tax friendliness
5/10
Winter mildness
6/10
Summer comfort
7/10
Walkability
6/10
Outdoor access
8/10
Culture & food
6/10
Healthcare
8/10
Airport connectivity
7/10
Schools
4/10
Safety
4/10
Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk)
10/10
Growth trajectory
4/10
Who it fits: outdoor-first households, people who want life on foot, anyone prioritizing healthcare, buyers with room in the budget. Who should look elsewhere: