Living in Sandoval County, New Mexico

Sandoval County is a county in New Mexico with a population of around 139,394, part of the Albuquerque, NM MSA metro area. The main communities are Rio Rancho, Corrales, Bernalillo.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,815/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $344K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 42°F) and warm summers (highs around 81°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Sandoval County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 40 and a moderately educated workforce (30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.