Real Estate Investing in Pecos, New Mexico (87552)

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San Miguel County • Population: 2,175 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 87552 (Pecos, NM)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
WEAK FIT
Grade F (24/100)

Multiple negative signals. Better options likely exist nearby.

📈 For Investors
WEAK
2.0 / 5 (33/100)

Structural challenges here. The numbers may look cheap but operational risk is high. Only for experienced, hands-on investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 20.9% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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2.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

0.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $327,908
Avg Monthly Rent $1,323
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $47,042
% Renters 25.3%

Market Analysis: 87552 Pecos

This part of San Miguel County is not an easy win. The 87552 ZIP sits at softness in key indicators, and the playbook that works in cleaner markets often stalls here.

The 87552 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

Regionally, 87552 sits on the difficult end of the NM spectrum. The a viable market for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

The demographic picture in 87552 includes headwinds that any investor should price in. Income distribution skews lower than Pecos averages, and tenant stability requires active management.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 87552 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Pecos:

C Below Average
Buy Confidence Score: 58/100
Affordability
5/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 7× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+13.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,323/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: This market may be challenging for buyers. Consider your timing and budget carefully.
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WARM MARKET
Las Vegas, NM Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
4.6%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Las Vegas, NM metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$338K$318K$298K$278K$257K$237KFeb 2022May 2024Jul 2026

📊 How Does 87552 Compare?

Metric 87552 Pecos Las Vegas, NM New Mexico
Home Value $327,908 $313,874 N/A $308,799
5-Year CAGR N/A N/A N/A 7.3%
Avg Rent $1,323 $1,116 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.2% 2.8% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Fair
Cap Rate
3.2%
Low

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Las Vegas, NM metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
0%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $327,908
Monthly Rent $1,323
Price-to-Rent 20.7:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.8%
Cap Rate 3.2%
5-Year IRR 11.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +13.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +8.3% ▲
5-Year CAGR N/A
10-Year CAGR N/A

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.2%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.2%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
20.9%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
N/A
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 87552

Population: 2,175

💰 Median Household Income
$47,042
This area
$47,042
State
$55,880
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
25.3%
This area
25.3%
State
21.3%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.6%
This area
0.6%
State
-32.0%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
24.3%
This area
24.3%
State
-18.1%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
53.3 years
This area
53.3 years
State
-44.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
20.9%
This area
20.9%
State
29.3%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 70.4%
Other/Mixed 29.3%
Hispanic/Latino 27.0%
Black/African American 0.4%
👶 Under 18
19.2%
This area
19.2%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
23.6%
This area
23.6%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
6.4%
This area
6.4%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 87552

B Avg School Grade
3 Schools
23.8:1 Avg Class Size
$17,366 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

PECOS ELEMENTARY

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
194 Students
👨‍🏫
9.7:1 Class Size
💰
$17,366 Per Student
B+ Above Average

PECOS MIDDLE

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
109 Students
👨‍🏫
16.1:1 Class Size
💰
$17,366 Per Student
C Below Average

PECOS HIGH

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
150 Students
👨‍🏫
45.6:1 Class Size
💰
$17,366 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average monthly rent in Pecos, NM?

Pecos, NM rentals go for roughly $1,323/mo a month. That puts gross yield in solid territory relative to $328K acquisition costs.

How strict are landlord regulations in Pecos, NM?

Landlord-friendliness in Pecos, NM is landlord-friendly. Eviction timelines and lease enforcement are considered reasonable by most property managers.

Should investors worry about vacancy in Pecos, NM?

Occupancy in Pecos, NM runs consistent with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $1,323/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

Can I live-in-and-rent in Pecos, NM?

The a challenging house-hack environment in Pecos, NM reflects the rent-to-price spread. Expect meaningful PITI offset at market rents.

What type of investing works in Pecos, NM?

Investors who focus on careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management typically do well in Pecos, NM. The numbers - $328K homes against $1,323/mo rents - support that play.

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