Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Artesia

Affordability in Artesia, NM

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Artesia is $1,288 and the median household income is $74,915 annually. About 35% of Artesia households rent their homes, meaning a significant share of residents may benefit from income-based and subsidized housing options.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Artesia Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 494 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in how agencies define and report crimes.

Of the 2 HUD-assisted properties in Artesia tracked by Lease Lantern, none are located in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Artesia

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Artesia rates 59 (Somewhat Walkable) for walking and 50 for biking. No Transit Score is available, which is typical for smaller cities where public transit options are limited.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 9 public schools serve Artesia within 1 district, including 6 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. Quality and programs vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address before applying.

Cost of Living in Artesia, NM

The median household income in Artesia is $74,915 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median gross rent is $1,288 per month, according to the same source.

About 35% of Artesia households rent their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. Income-based housing can help renters whose costs exceed what their budget can comfortably support.

Artesia has 2 HUD-assisted or income-based properties with a combined 93 units tracked on Lease Lantern. Rents at these properties are set based on income limits rather than market rates, which may be well below the citywide median.

Environment

Both HUD-assisted properties in Artesia have been mapped for flood zone status, and neither falls in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood data for this inventory.