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Last updated on August 4, 2026
Average rent in
Rio Rancho, NM
Average rent in
Last updated on August 4, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Rio Rancho rent stands today
Rio Rancho, NM rent rose 5.3% year over year, with a current median of $2,100/month. Renters today are paying $26 more per month on average than last year, continuing a climb that nears the city's recent peak from April 2026.
Compared to national trends
Rio Rancho runs 8.2% more expensive than the $1,940/month national median, positioning it as a pricier market with limited total rentals at 81 across the city.
Price ranges
Studios in Rio Rancho rent for $875/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,163/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,525/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,295/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,495/month. This range reflects the variety of options available across bedroom sizes.
Neighborhood spotlight
Studio rents in Rio Rancho fell by 23.9% year over year, contrasting with a 9.3% rise for 3-bedroom units. The 4+ bedroom segment also softened, slipping 3.9%, showing varied trends within the city compared to the overall 5.3% increase.
Median rent
Median rent in Rio Rancho
$2,100/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Rio Rancho is $2,100 per month as of August 2026. This is 8% above the national average rent, or $160 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Rio Rancho
81
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Rio Rancho rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Rio Rancho, NM
Average rent prices in Rio Rancho have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 5% 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
Rio Rancho, NM
Rent prices in Rio Rancho vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Rio Rancho is $1,429, whereas a house costs $2,300. 1-bedroom apartments in Rio Rancho run $1,163 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,300.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $875 |  2% | 21% | |
1 bedroom | $1,163 | 10% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,525 | No Change | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $2,295 | 1% | 4% | |
4 bedroom | $2,495 | No Change | 3% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Quail Ranch | $2,019 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,429 | 2% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,472 | 7% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,300 | 1% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$875
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
21%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,163
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,525
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,295
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,495
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
Quail Ranch
Average rent
$2,019
Apartments
Average rent
$1,429
Last 30 days
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,472
Last 30 days
7%
Houses
Average rent
$2,300
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Rio Rancho, 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 Rio Rancho, NM compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Rio Rancho and Albuquerque by all bedroom counts and property types.
Rio Rancho
8%higher than the national median
34%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Rio Rancho, NM is 65% higher than the median rent in Albuquerque, NM.
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12%Cost of living in Rio Rancho, 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 & Services | 8% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 1% higher |
| Housing | 11% lower |
| Transportation | 8% lower |
| Utilities | 16% lower |
Discover rentals in Rio Rancho, NM
12h ago
4515 Arrowhead Ridge Dr Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,056–$1,474
Apartment for rent
21h ago
85 Darlene Rd Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Apartment for rent in Rio Rancho
537 Tulip Rd Se #B, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
10h ago
485 Vancouver Rd Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Rio Rancho
6809 Chapingo Rd Ne #1, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
4 beds
3 baths
$3,800
House for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Rio Rancho
3700 Tierra Vista Pl Ne, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,495
House for rent
14h ago
House for rent in Rio Rancho
2401 Falesco Rd Se #1, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,700
House for rent
Available Jun 5
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Rio Rancho
3 beds
3.5 baths
$2,625
Apartment for rent
2h ago
House for rent in Rio Rancho
1 El Camino Loop Nw #1, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
3 beds
2 baths
$2,495
$2,100
Price drop
House for rent
Available Jul 17
10h ago
485 Vancouver Rd Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
12h ago
4515 Arrowhead Ridge Dr Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,056–$1,474
Apartment for rent
13h ago
1465 Rio Rancho Blvd Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Studio
1 bath
$1,098
Apartment for rent
10h ago
485 Vancouver Rd Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
13h ago
1465 Rio Rancho Blvd Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
Studio
1 bath
$1,098
Apartment for rent
21h ago
85 Darlene Rd Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
2 beds
1 bath
$1,150
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Rio Rancho
832 Monterrey Rd Ne #1, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
1 bed
1 bath
$850
House for rent
Available Aug 1
2h ago
House for rent in Rio Rancho
1 El Camino Loop Nw #1, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
3 beds
2 baths
$2,495
$2,100
Price drop
House for rent
Available Jul 17
7h ago
House for rent in Rio Rancho
2132 Palenque Dr Se, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
3 beds
2 baths
$2,195
House for rent
7h ago
Condo for rent in Rio Rancho
837 1D Country Club Drive Southeast, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
1 bed
1 bath
$1,375
Condo for rent
7h ago
Apartment for rent in Rio Rancho
537 Tulip Rd Se #B, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Rio Rancho, NM
Quick answers to common questions about the Rio Rancho rental market.
How much is rent in Rio Rancho?
The average rent in Rio Rancho is $2,100 per month as of August 1, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Rio Rancho?
Average rent prices in Rio Rancho have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 5% since last year.
How does Rio Rancho rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Rio Rancho is 8% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $160 more per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Rio Rancho?
To comfortably afford rent in Rio Rancho, you'd need to earn approximately $84,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Rio Rancho?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Rio Rancho average around $1,290/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,520/month.
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).