Rental GuideCarlsbad, NM

Carlsbad rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,635

Year Over Year Change

$146

Rentals available, last 30 days

Rent ranges for Carlsbad apartments

$3,001 - $3,001

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$3,001 - $3,001

13%

$2,251 - $3,000

12%

$1,501 - $2,250

38%

$751 - $1,500

37%

13%

12%

38%

37%

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 7.96% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Carlsbad, NM is about $600. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Carlsbad, NM is $1,620, and studios are about $875 per month.

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

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

schools

7,102

students

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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

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

15%

High School

56%

Bachelor's

21%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

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

9/10

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

Transit

2/10

FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

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.