Last updated on June 17, 2026

Average rent in
Las Cruces, NM

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Las Cruces rent stands today

    Las Cruces, NM rent rose 12.8% year over year, with a current median of $1,495/month. Renters are paying $94 more per month on average than last year, extending the upward trend from the recent trough in July 2025.

  • Compared to national trends

    Las Cruces is 23.3% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median. The market has 110 total rentals, offering options for renters seeking value in this New Mexico city.

  • Rent ranges by bedroom

    Studios rent for about $788/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,012/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,276/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,625/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,860/month. Houses command a median of $1,625/month compared to $1,025/month for apartments, showing distinct price tiers.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Studio rents climbed 57.5% year over year, a notable increase compared to the citywide rise of 12.8%. This segment's growth reveals a distinct dynamic within Las Cruces, NM's rental market.

Median rent

Median rent in Las Cruces

$1,495/mo

increased by13%

vs previous year

The average rent in Las Cruces is $1,495 per month as of June 2026. This is 23% below the national average rent, or $455 less per month.

$1.25

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Las Cruces

110

for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Las Cruces rentals at each price point

50%38%25%13%0%
$0 - $750
$751 - $1,500
$1,501 - $2,250
$2,251 - $3,000
$3,001+

Rent trends in Las Cruces, NM

Average rent prices in Las Cruces have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 13% since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Las Cruces, NM

Rent prices in Las Cruces vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Las Cruces is $1,025, whereas a house costs $1,625. 1-bedroom apartments in Las Cruces run $1,000 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,000.

Listings

Studio

$787

1%

23%

1 bedroom

$1,012

1%

3%

2 bedroom

$1,276

6%

4%

3 bedroom

$1,625

1%

3%

4 bedroom

$1,860

5%

2%

Studio

Average rent

$787

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

23%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,012

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

3%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$1,276

Last 30 days

6%

Last year

4%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$1,625

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

3%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$1,860

Last 30 days

5%

Last year

2%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Las Cruces, NM, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in Las Cruces, NM compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Las Cruces and Alamogordo by all bedroom counts and property types.

Las Cruces

Median rent price$1,495
decreased by23%

lower than the national median

Median rent price$1,600
decreased by18%

lower than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Las Cruces, NM is 7% lower than the median rent in Alamogordo, NM.

Average rent in nearby cities

Explore rent trends in neighboring markets

Alamogordo

$1,600

increased by7%
Last year
Anthony

$2,225

increased by30%
Last year
Canutillo

$2,125

increased by5%
Last year
Deming

$735

decreased by8%
Last year
El Paso

$1,600

increased by2%
Last year
Horizon City

$1,895

increased by38%
Last year

Cost of living in Las Cruces, NM

Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.

Expenses
accrued by most renters
Average cost
compared to national average
Goods & Services6% lower
Groceries4% lower
Health12% higher
Housing17% lower
Transportation8% lower
Utilities20% lower

Discover rentals in Las Cruces, NM

2115Viva - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.3

Very good

2115Viva

2115 College St, Las Cruces, NM 88001

2 beds

1 bath

$650

Apartment for rent

Sunset Peak Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

1h ago

8.3

Very good

Sunset Peak Apartments

825 S Telshor Blvd, Las Cruces, NM 88011

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$685–$895

Apartment for rent

Elm 1010 - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

7.9

Very good

Elm 1010

1010 Elm St, Las Cruces, NM 88005

2 beds

1 bath

$725

Apartment for rent

LCO Branson 905 - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.3

Very good

LCO Branson 905

905 Branson Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88001

2 beds

1 bath

$750

Apartment for rent

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Frequently asked questions for Las Cruces, NM

Quick answers to common questions about the Las Cruces rental market.

How much is rent in Las Cruces?

The average rent in Las Cruces is $1,495 per month as of June 13, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Las Cruces?

Average rent prices in Las Cruces have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 13% since last year.

How does Las Cruces rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Las Cruces is 23% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $455 less per month.

What salary do I need to afford rent in Las Cruces?

To comfortably afford rent in Las Cruces, you'd need to earn approximately $60,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Las Cruces?

Las Cruces, New Mexico rental prices in 2025 show one-bedroom apartments averaging around $990 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,300 per month. Two-bedroom apartments actually increased 4.1% from the previous year, while one-bedroom rents declined 6.1%.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).

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740 Canyon Point Rd, Las Cruces, NM 88011, USA
1429 Walden Dr, Las Cruces, NM 88001, USA
1914 Sheryl Way, Las Cruces, NM 88001, USA
2160 Calle Del Arroyo, Las Cruces, NM 88005, USA
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