Homeowners in Rio Communities, New Mexico paid a median $1,160 a year in property tax on a median home worth $205,900, an effective rate of about 0.56% (Census 2020–2024).
0.62%Valencia County overall
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Effective rate
Median tax paid per year
Tax on a home in Rio Communities
At the local 0.56% effective rate
| Home value | Estimated yearly tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $845 | $70 |
| $250,000 | $1,408 | $117 |
| $350,000 | $1,972 | $164 |
| $500,000 | $2,817 | $235 |
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- Belen, NM0.73% effective
- Meadow Lake, NM0.73% effective
- El Cerro, NM0.60% effective
- Valencia CDP (Valencia County), NM0.48% effective
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, tables B25103 (median real estate taxes paid), B25077 (median home value), B25003, B25088, B19013 and B01003. These are 2020–2024 medians reported by owner-occupants, not 2026 tax bills or official mill rates. The effective rate here is median tax ÷ median home value. Actual bills depend on assessed value, exemptions (homestead, senior, veteran) and local levies. Check with your county assessor or treasurer. Not tax advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Rio Communities, New Mexico?
Homeowners in Rio Communities, New Mexico paid a median $1,160 a year in property tax on a median home worth $205,900, an effective rate of about 0.56% (Census 2020–2024).
How much is property tax on a $250,000 home in Rio Communities?
About $1,408 a year at the 0.56% median effective rate. Exemptions such as homestead can lower it.
Is property tax in Rio Communities higher than the rest of New Mexico?
Rio Communities ranks #64 lowest of 129 New Mexico places we track. The statewide effective rate is 0.70%. Valencia County overall is 0.62%.