Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
17%
Farmington
Farmington, NM Area Guide
Avg Rent
$909
Population
47,111
Renter Mix
37% Rent
A hidden gem in New Mexico’s rugged desert landscape
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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.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$57,596
Average: $79,537
Education
8,383
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
19,844
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Farmington has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
37%
Non-Renters
63%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
13%
Other Education
87%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Farmington, NM is $666 for a studio, $909 for one bedroom, $1,027 for two bedrooms, and $1,091 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Farmington has increased by 0.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$909/month
635 Sq Ft
House
$1,687/month
1,386 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Farmington, NM is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
525 Students
Public
Grades K-5
522 Students
Public
Grades K-5
435 Students
Public
Grades K-5
361 Students
Public
Grades K-5
543 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
622 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
718 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
683 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
488 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
497 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
284 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,578 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,824 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
497 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
274 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Farmington Museum at Gateway Park
- E3 Children's Museum & Science Center
- Riverside Nature Center Wetlands
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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 February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.