NM Property Tax, Head of Family Exemption
New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department / Bernalillo County Assessor
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs NM Property Tax, Head of Family Exemption in its Albuquerque, NM research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
New Mexico provides a $2,000 reduction in the taxable value of a primary residence for qualifying heads of family who are New Mexico residents. This exemption reduces property tax liability annually and must be applied for with the county assessor's office. It can be combined with veteran exemptions.
A $2,000 reduction in taxable value saves approximately $40-$80 per year depending on local mill rate. Reduces the base against which taxes are calculated.
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Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Albuquerque, NM, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- City of Albuquerque CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Up to $50,000
- Bernalillo County Housing Rehabilitation Program Up to $40,000
- NM Energy$mart Weatherization Assistance Program Up to ~$10,000 in weatherization measures
- New Mexico HEAR Home Electrification & Appliance Rebate Up to $14,000
Key Details
- Must be a New Mexico resident and head of family
- Reduces taxable property value by $2,000
- Apply at the Bernalillo County Assessor's Office by March 31
- Can be combined with veteran or disabled veteran exemptions
- Annual benefit; re-application may not be required once established
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Apply by March 31 each year with county assessor
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for NM Property Tax, Head of Family Exemption in Albuquerque, NM?
The Grant Map record states: $2,000 off taxable property value. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for NM Property Tax, Head of Family Exemption in Albuquerque?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for NM Property Tax, Head of Family Exemption in Albuquerque, NM?
Confirm the application route directly with New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department / Bernalillo County Assessor; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 505-222-3700. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Apply by March 31 each year with county assessor.
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