Side-by-side comparison of mortgage costs, property taxes, closing costs, and homeowners insurance between New Mexico and Wyoming. Updated for 2026.
Metric
New Mexico
Wyoming
Median Home Price
$280K
$340K
Property Tax Rate
0.8%
0.61%
Avg Closing Costs
$4K
$4K
Closing Cost %
1.4%
1.1%
Transfer Tax
None
None
Homeowners Insurance
$1,900/yr
$1,800/yr
First-Time Buyer Program
MFA First Home
FIRSTDown DPA assistance
WCDA Spruce Up Wyoming
Below-market rate loans
Verdict
Wyoming wins 4 of 6 cost categories, making it the more affordable state for homebuyers overall. However, New Mexico has a lower total cost when combining home price, closing costs, and insurance. Both states offer first-time buyer programs — explore the state pages for full details.