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Rental GuideCarlsbad, NM

Carlsbad rent data for:

As of today, you'll find 16 apartments for rent in Carlsbad, with a median rent price of $1,635 per month. Carlsbad has seen a 22%—or $403—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,635

Year Over Year Change

22%

$403

Rentals available, last 30 days

16

Rent ranges for Carlsbad apartments
$3,001 - $3,001
10%
$2,251 - $3,000
7%
$1,501 - $2,250
49%
$751 - $1,500
29%
$0 - $750
5%

How has rent in Carlsbad, NM changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Carlsbad, NM, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,635, which is a 22.31% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Carlsbad, NM is about $1,300. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Carlsbad, NM is $1,600, and studios are about $950 per month.

See more Carlsbad, NM rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Carlsbad, NM?

13

schools

7,102

students

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Ocotillo Elementary School

2106 captain williams ln

carlsbad, NM, 88220

K-5Public
A-

Monterrey Elementary School

1101 north 9th st

carlsbad, NM, 88220

K-5Public
B+

Sunset Elementary School

923 north walter st

carlsbad, NM, 88220

1-5Public
B+

Early Childhood Education Center

1801 west lea st.

carlsbad, NM, 88220

PK, KPublic
B

Jefferson Montessori School

500 w church st

carlsbad, NM, 88220

K-12Public
B

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Who lives in Carlsbad, NM?

Gender

52% Male
48% Female

Age Range

0-19

25%

20-34

22%

35-44

13%

45-64

23%

65+

15%

Language

English

78%

Spanish

21%

Indo Euro

0%

Asia Pac

0%

Other

0%

Education

No HS

15%

High School

56%

Bachelor's

21%

Master's

6%

Prof Degree

0%

Doctorate

0%

What is the household breakdown in Carlsbad, NM?

Families

47% Families
53% Single

Property

29% Renters
71% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

19%

25-50k

17%

50-75k

17%

75-100k

14%

100-150k

17%

150k+

13%

How do residents get around Carlsbad, NM?

Carlsbad locals spend about 20 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work.

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for Carlsbad are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

What is the cost of living in Carlsbad, NM?

The overall cost of living in Carlsbad, NM is 10% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Carlsbad you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $2.60 per carton, and milk $4.71. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $116.94 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.

CATEGORY

Goods & Services

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

11% lower

CATEGORY

Groceries

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

5% lower

CATEGORY

Utilities

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

14% lower

CATEGORY

Transportation

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

4% higher

CATEGORY

Health

AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE

7% lower

Explore rentals in Carlsbad, NM

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406 Rosedale St - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

5d+ ago

House for rent in Carlsbad

406 Rosedale St, Carlsbad, NM 88220

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Dishwasher

4 beds

3 baths

$3,200

House for rent

Arrowstone LLC - Photo 1 of 1
3D tour

12h ago

8.3

Very good

Arrowstone LLC

806 Hidalgo Rd, Carlsbad, NM 88220

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

2 baths

$1,620–$2,110

Apartment for rent

511 W Luckey St #C - Photo 1 of 1

15h ago

Townhouse for rent in Carlsbad

511 W Luckey St #C, Carlsbad, NM 88220

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

3 baths

$1,500

House for rent