About This Property
The Housing Authority of the City of Alamogordo operates 221 public housing units throughout Alamogordo, New Mexico. Both the public housing waitlist and Section 8 waitlist are currently closed to new applicants. Interested parties may contact the housing authority directly to inquire about future availability or waitlist reopening dates.
Waitlist Information
Priority is given to disabled individuals, the elderly (62+), households with an employed head of household or a full-time student, and those who are homeless, veterans, or exiting domestic abuse; declining two invitations to apply will purge the application from the waitlist.
Eligibility for Section 8 is based on income, family size, and citizenship status.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated May 8, 2026
Property Details
Fair Market Rent - Otero County, NM
FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.
| Bedrooms | FMR |
|---|---|
| Studio/Efficiency | $609 |
| 1 Bedroom | $722 |
| 2 Bedroom | $877 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,236 |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,488 |
Income Limits - Otero County, NM
Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $12,880
- Very Low (50%)
- $19,150
- Low (80%)
- $30,600
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $17,420
- Very Low (50%)
- $21,850
- Low (80%)
- $35,000
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $24,600
- Low (80%)
- $39,350
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,300
- Low (80%)
- $43,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $29,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $29,500
- Low (80%)
- $47,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,700
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,700
- Low (80%)
- $50,700
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $33,900
- Very Low (50%)
- $33,900
- Low (80%)
- $54,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $36,050
- Very Low (50%)
- $36,050
- Low (80%)
- $57,700
| Household | Extremely Low (30%) | Very Low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $12,880 | $19,150 | $30,600 |
| 2 Persons | $17,420 | $21,850 | $35,000 |
| 3 Persons | $21,960 | $24,600 | $39,350 |
| 4 Persons | $26,500 | $27,300 | $43,700 |
| 5 Persons | $29,500 | $29,500 | $47,200 |
| 6 Persons | $31,700 | $31,700 | $50,700 |
| 7 Persons | $33,900 | $33,900 | $54,200 |
| 8 Persons | $36,050 | $36,050 | $57,700 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for affordable housing in Alamogordo, NM?+
The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Otero County, NM is: $609 (Studio), $722 (1BR), $877 (2BR), $1236 (3BR), $1488 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Housing Authority of the City of Alamogordo is typically 30% of household income or less.
How many units does Housing Authority of the City of Alamogordo have?+
Housing Authority of the City of Alamogordo has a total of 221 housing units.
How do I apply for housing at Housing Authority of the City of Alamogordo?+
Housing Authority of the City of Alamogordo is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 5754375621, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.
What are the income limits for affordable housing in Otero County, NM?+
For a 4-person household in Otero County, NM, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $27,300, Low Income (80% AMI): $43,700. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.
Is there a waitlist for Housing Authority of the City of Alamogordo?+
Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.
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