Lincoln County Property Taxes

Lincoln County, New Mexico

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

9.6% above state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$95/mo escrow

#15 of 33 counties in New Mexico

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

0.54%

vs. New Mexico Avg9.6% above
vs. National Avg57.5% below

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$212,200

State avg $181,648

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$1,435

$120/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$882

$74/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#15

of 33 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Lincoln County, New Mexico

Lincoln County taxes remain well below national median

Lincoln County's effective tax rate of 0.539% sits below the national burden typical of most U.S. counties. The median property tax of $1,143 is less than 43% of the national median of $2,690.

Slightly above New Mexico average

Lincoln County's 0.539% effective rate inches above New Mexico's 0.595% state average, placing it in the middle tier statewide. The median property tax of $1,143 runs roughly $100 above the state median of $1,043.

Higher than nearby counties to the east

Lincoln County's 0.539% rate exceeds Eddy County's 0.499% and Guadalupe County's 0.525%, though it remains competitive with Los Alamos. The variation reflects Lincoln's position as a bridge between rural eastern plains and more developed central New Mexico.

Lincoln homeowner pays $1,143 yearly

With a median home value of $212,200 and a 0.539% effective rate, the typical Lincoln County homeowner pays $1,143 annually. Homeowners with mortgages pay $1,435, while those without mortgages pay $882.

Appeal if your home seems overvalued

Lincoln County homeowners should verify their assessments against comparable property sales in their area. If your assessed value exceeds recent sales of similar homes, an appeal to the assessor can reduce your tax burden going forward.

How Lincoln County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Lincoln County$1,143
New Mexico State Average$1,043
National Average$1,924

Lincoln County

0.54%

Effective rate

New Mexico Avg

0.57%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Lincoln County, New Mexico?
The effective property tax rate in Lincoln County, New Mexico is 0.54%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Lincoln County?
The median annual property tax payment in Lincoln County is $1,143. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $1,435, while those without a mortgage pay $882.
How does Lincoln County compare to the New Mexico average?
Lincoln County's effective tax rate of 0.54% is lower than the New Mexico state average of 0.57%. The median annual property tax in Lincoln County is $1,143, compared to the state average of $1,043.
What is the median home value in Lincoln County, New Mexico?
The median home value in Lincoln County, New Mexico is $212,200, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Is Lincoln County a low property tax area in New Mexico?
Yes — Lincoln County's effective property tax rate of 0.54% is below the New Mexico average of 0.57%. The median annual property tax of $1,143 is also comparable to the state average of $1,043, making it a relatively affordable area for property taxes.
How does Lincoln County rank for property taxes in New Mexico?
Lincoln County ranks #15 out of 33 counties in New Mexico by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 0.54% and median annual tax of $1,143, it falls in the middle third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.