Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Belen

Affordability in Belen, NM

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median household income in Belen is $42,627 per year and the median gross rent is $916 per month. About 27% of residents rent their homes, meaning demand for affordable rental options remains an important consideration for a significant share of the community.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Belen Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 1,159 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

Getting Around Belen

According to Walk Score, the area around Belen's assisted properties has a Walk Score of 26 ("Car-Dependent") and a Bike Score of 33, reflecting that most errands require a car. No Transit Score is available for this area. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties listed on this page.

Schools

Belen is served by 10 public schools across 1 district, including 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

Cost of Renting in Belen, NM

The median household income in Belen is $42,627 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median gross rent in the city is $916 per month, according to the same source.

For renters who qualify, the 95 income-restricted units across Belen's 2 HUD-assisted or LIHTC properties can offer meaningful savings compared to market-rate rents. Eligibility and rent amounts are based on your household size and income relative to the area median.

• Median household income: $42,627/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $916/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of households that rent: 27% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

Both affordable housing properties in Belen have been mapped for flood risk. Of the 2 mapped properties, 1 falls within a high-risk flood zone. Renters at that property may want to ask management about flood insurance requirements and preparedness.