What is the property tax rate in Carlsbad, NM?

Carlsbad has an estimated effective property tax rate of 0.54%. On a median home valued at $187,900, homeowners pay approximately $1,023 per year in property taxes.

How does Carlsbad compare to Eddy County?

Carlsbad's effective rate of 0.54% is 4% higher than the Eddy County average of 0.52%. The county-wide median annual tax is $1,095, while Carlsbad homeowners pay an estimated $1,023.

How much are property taxes in Carlsbad on a $300,000 home?

Based on Carlsbad's effective rate of 0.54%, property taxes on a $300,000 home would be approximately $1,620 per year, or about $135 per month.

Carlsbad Property Tax Rate

Eddy County, New Mexico

0.54%effective rate

Carlsbad is located in Eddy County, New Mexico. Homeowners in Carlsbad pay a median of $1,023 per year in property taxes on a home valued at $187,900, resulting in an effective tax rate of 0.54%. This is 4% higher than the Eddy County average of 0.52%.

Effective Tax Rate🏠

0.54%

vs 0.52% county avg

Est. Annual Tax💰

$1,023

Per year

Median Home Value📊

$187,900

2024 estimate

Population📍

31,813

Carlsbad, NM

How Carlsbad Compares

Carlsbad

0.54%

Eddy County Average

0.52%

New Mexico Average

0.70%

National Average

0.92%

About Property Taxes in Carlsbad

Property taxes in Carlsbad are collected by Eddy County. Tax exemptions available to Eddy County residents — including homestead, senior, and disability exemptions — also apply to homeowners in Carlsbad. For detailed information on available exemptions and the county tax collector, see the Eddy County property tax page.

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Estimated Annual Property Tax

$1,620

$135/month · Rate: 0.54%

Eddy County Property Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. City-level tax data is derived from Census place-level statistics. Effective tax rates are calculated by dividing median real estate taxes paid by median home value. Actual property tax rates may vary based on local taxing jurisdictions, exemptions, and assessment practices. This information is for general reference only and should not be used as a substitute for professional tax advice.