Homeowners in Roswell, New Mexico paid a median $995 a year in property tax on a median home worth $152,600, an effective rate of about 0.65% (Census 2020–2024).
0.60%Chaves County overall
Roswell vs county, state and US
Effective rate
Median tax paid per year
Tax on a home in Roswell
At the local 0.65% effective rate
| Home value | Estimated yearly tax | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $978 | $82 |
| $250,000 | $1,630 | $136 |
| $350,000 | $2,282 | $190 |
| $500,000 | $3,260 | $272 |
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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.
Major Cities & Counties in New Mexico
Largest by population (Census ACS 2020–2024). Property tax for each:
- Albuquerque pop. 562,218
- Las Cruces pop. 114,197
- Rio Rancho pop. 108,515
- Santa Fe pop. 89,019
- Farmington pop. 46,314
- Hobbs pop. 40,252
- Clovis pop. 37,942
- South Valley pop. 37,120
- Carlsbad pop. 31,746
- Bernalillo County pop. 673,930
- Doña Ana County pop. 224,266
- Santa Fe County pop. 156,105
- Sandoval County pop. 153,604
- San Juan County pop. 120,942
- Valencia County pop. 78,458
- Lea County pop. 73,733
- McKinley County pop. 70,431
- Otero County pop. 68,816
- Chaves County pop. 64,217
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in Roswell, New Mexico?
Homeowners in Roswell, New Mexico paid a median $995 a year in property tax on a median home worth $152,600, an effective rate of about 0.65% (Census 2020–2024).
How much is property tax on a $250,000 home in Roswell?
About $1,630 a year at the 0.65% median effective rate. Exemptions such as homestead can lower it.
Is property tax in Roswell higher than the rest of New Mexico?
Roswell ranks #88 lowest of 129 New Mexico places we track. The statewide effective rate is 0.70%. Chaves County overall is 0.60%.