Farmington

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Farmington, NM

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A hidden gem in New Mexico’s rugged desert landscape

Scenic Desert Historic Industrial Affordable Upscale Schools Nature Outdoors Airport

Located at the junction of three rivers in northwestern New Mexico, Farmington combines outdoor recreation with city conveniences. As the commercial center of the Four Corners region, the city offers housing options from downtown apartments to residential homes. The rental market remains stable, with average rents ranging from $660 for studios to $1,068 for three-bedroom units, reflecting a 3.6% year-over-year increase. Notable areas include the downtown district, neighborhoods near Farmington Lake, and the residential areas along Main Street. San Juan College enhances the local educational landscape.

Outdoor recreation defines Farmington, with the San Juan, Animas, and La Plata rivers providing opportunities for fishing and water sports. The city maintains an extensive network of parks and trails. The Farmington Civic Center anchors the arts community with regular performances and events. Piñon Hills Golf Course, ranked among America's top municipal courses by Golfweek Magazine, attracts golf enthusiasts from across the region. The annual Connie Mack World Series baseball tournament has earned Farmington recognition as "Baseball Town, U.S.A." History enthusiasts can explore the Aztec Ruins National Monument and Salmon Ruins, which preserve the ancient Ancestral Pueblo settlements dating to the 7th century.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Farmington, NM is $664 for a studio, $905 for one bedroom, $1,023 for two bedrooms, and $1,086 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Farmington has increased by 1.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$905/month
635 Sq Ft
House
$1,764/month
1,239 Sq Ft
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Transportation

42

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

18

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

38

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Country Club Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

525 Students

Northeast Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

522 Students

Mesa Verde Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

435 Students

Animas Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

361 Students

Ladera Del Norte Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

543 Students

Hermosa Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

622 Students

Heights Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

718 Students

Tibbetts Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

683 Students

Mesa View Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

488 Students

Piedra Vista High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,578 Students

Farmington High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,824 Students

Navajo Preparatory School

Public

Grades 9-12

274 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Farmington Museum at Gateway Park
  • E3 Children's Museum & Science Center
  • Riverside Nature Center Wetlands

Colleges

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.