McKinley County, NM property tax
Census ACS 2023 5-year estimates · updated 2026-09-20
The median effective property tax rate in McKinley County is 1.89%, above the New Mexico median of 0.72% and above the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $1,362 a year on a home worth $72,100.
- Effective rate
- 1.89%
- Median annual bill
- $1,362
- Median home value
- $72,100
- Rank in New Mexico
- 1of 32
Estimated annual bill by home value
| Home value | Estimated bill | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $200,000 | $3,780 | $315 |
| $300,000 | $5,670 | $473 |
| $400,000 | $7,560 | $630 |
| $500,000 | $9,450 | $788 |
| $750,000 | $14,175 | $1,181 |
| $1,000,000 | $18,900 | $1,575 |
McKinley County compared with New Mexico and the US
| Area | Effective rate | Median bill | Median home value |
|---|---|---|---|
| McKinley County | 1.89% | $1,362 | $72,100 |
| New Mexico median | 0.72% | $1,669 | $232,200 |
| United States median | 0.98% | $2,969 | n/a |
Rates and medians: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 5-year estimates, tables B25103 and B25077. Effective rate is median taxes paid divided by median owner-occupied home value.
Frequently asked questions
What is the property tax rate in McKinley County, NM?
The median effective property tax rate in McKinley County is 1.89% of home value, above the New Mexico median of 0.72% and above the national median of 0.98%. The median homeowner pays $1,362 a year on a median home value of $72,100 (Census ACS 2023 5-year).
How much is property tax on a $400,000 house in McKinley County?
About $7,560 per year at the county's median effective rate of 1.89%, before exemptions. The exact bill depends on the city, school district and special districts that serve the parcel, so treat this as a planning estimate.
How does McKinley County compare with the rest of New Mexico?
McKinley County ranks 1 of 32 New Mexico counties by effective rate. The New Mexico median is 0.72% and the median bill is $1,669.