Page 12 of Best Assisted Living in New Mexico

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 112 assisted living communities in New Mexico using New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NM

Reviewed by

Jordan Weiss, PhD

Last updated

Jul 2026

We analyzed

112 homes

Other senior care options in New Mexico:

Memory Care Nursing Homes Independent Living

Avg Monthly Cost: $6,541The average monthly cost across facilities in New Mexico. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: $5,600

Avg Walk Score: 43/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in New Mexico. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: 50/ 100

Avg No. of Beds: 68The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in New Mexico. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the New Mexico Department of Health, Division of Health Improvement.


Avista Senior Living Albuquerque	AL MC	Albuquerque (Eldorado Heights)	54 Facility 54 NM AVG 68 Rank #77 / 145	No	56 Facility 56 NM AVG 43 Rank #79 / 207	Private Suite / Companion Suite	55.6%	A+	Olivia Romero	Avista Abq, LLC	1	0 Facility 0 NM AVG 4 Rank #1 / 85	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 5.3 Rank #2 / 85	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 30 Rank #2 / 85	1.0 Facility 1.0 NM AVG 2.7 Rank #19 / 85
The Montebello Academy	AL IL	Albuquerque (Academy Road Northeast)	48 Facility 48 NM AVG 68 Rank #81 / 145	Yes	17 Facility 17 NM AVG 43 Rank #158 / 207	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	70.8%	A+	Amy Dimas	Snh Nm Tenant LLC	9	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 4 Rank #13 / 85	2 Facility 2 NM AVG 5.3 Rank #14 / 85	6 Facility 6 NM AVG 30 Rank #13 / 85	0.7 Facility 0.7 NM AVG 2.7 Rank #13 / 85
The Watermark at Cherry Hills	AL MC	Albuquerque (Jade Park)	131 Facility 131 NM AVG 68 Rank #14 / 145	Yes	42 Facility 42 NM AVG 43 Rank #110 / 207	1 Bed / 2 Bed	77.1%	A+	Brooke Kohman	Shp Vi Albuquerque LLC	13	2 Facility 2 NM AVG 4 Rank #29 / 85	2 Facility 2 NM AVG 5.3 Rank #14 / 85	4 Facility 4 NM AVG 30 Rank #9 / 85	0.3 Facility 0.3 NM AVG 2.7 Rank #3 / 85
BeeHive Homes of Gallup	AL MC RC	Gallup	21 Facility 21 NM AVG 68 Rank #103 / 145	Yes	9 Facility 9 NM AVG 43 Rank #172 / 207	Private / Shared Rooms	-	-	Trudi Barton	* Bh Gallup 1, LLC	5	0 Facility 0 NM AVG 4 Rank #1 / 85	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 5.3 Rank #2 / 85	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 30 Rank #2 / 85	0.2 Facility 0.2 NM AVG 2.7 Rank #2 / 85
BeeHive Homes of Taylor Ranch	AL MC RC	Nw Albuquerque (Taylor Ranch)	15 Facility 15 NM AVG 68 Rank #110 / 145	Yes	21 Facility 21 NM AVG 43 Rank #147 / 207	Private Rooms	86.7%	A+	Evelyn Nottingham	Hamilton Management I, LLC	4	0 Facility 0 NM AVG 4 Rank #1 / 85	2 Facility 2 NM AVG 5.3 Rank #14 / 85	7 Facility 7 NM AVG 30 Rank #16 / 85	1.8 Facility 1.8 NM AVG 2.7 Rank #31 / 85
Advantage Assisted Living	AL	Rio Rancho (Petroglyph Medical Plaza)	30 Facility 30 NM AVG 68 Rank #96 / 145	Yes	20 Facility 20 NM AVG 43 Rank #149 / 207	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	83.3%	-	Jayme Rickard	Advantage Assisted Living LLC	8	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 4 Rank #13 / 85	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 5.3 Rank #2 / 85	3 Facility 3 NM AVG 30 Rank #6 / 85	0.4 Facility 0.4 NM AVG 2.7 Rank #5 / 85
La Posada Assisted Living	AL RC	Las Cruces	30 Facility 30 NM AVG 68 Rank #96 / 145	No	59 Facility 59 NM AVG 43 Rank #72 / 207	-	-	-	Nina Salmon	My Physician, Inc	10	0 Facility 0 NM AVG 4 Rank #1 / 85	0 Facility 0 NM AVG 5.3 Rank #1 / 85	- Facility - NM AVG 30 Rank #1 / 85	0.0 Facility 0.0 NM AVG 2.7 Rank #1 / 85
Palmilla Senior Living	AL IL MC	Albuquerque (Cottonwood Heights)	95 Facility 95 NM AVG 68 Rank #43 / 145	Yes	31 Facility 31 NM AVG 43 Rank #130 / 207	Studio / 1 Bed	78.9%	-	Elizabeth Wisneski	Chp Albuquerque Nm Tenant Corp	10	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 4 Rank #13 / 85	2 Facility 2 NM AVG 5.3 Rank #14 / 85	9 Facility 9 NM AVG 30 Rank #21 / 85	0.9 Facility 0.9 NM AVG 2.7 Rank #17 / 85
MorningStar at North Ridge	AL NH MC RC	Albuquerque (Countrywood Area)	66 Facility 66 NM AVG 68 Rank #64 / 145	Yes	56 Facility 56 NM AVG 43 Rank #79 / 207	Studio / 1 Bed	71.2%	-	Morgan O'roark	North Ridge Management Nm, LLC	1	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 4 Rank #13 / 85	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 5.3 Rank #2 / 85	3 Facility 3 NM AVG 30 Rank #6 / 85	3.0 Facility 3.0 NM AVG 2.7 Rank #53 / 85
BeeHive Homes of Volcano Cliffs	AL MC RC	Nw Albuquerque (Taylor Ranch)	15 Facility 15 NM AVG 68 Rank #110 / 145	Yes	24 Facility 24 NM AVG 43 Rank #146 / 207	Private / Shared Rooms	100.0%	A+	Evie Nottingham	We Three Bees LLC	10	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 4 Rank #13 / 85	3 Facility 3 NM AVG 5.3 Rank #31 / 85	17 Facility 17 NM AVG 30 Rank #37 / 85	1.7 Facility 1.7 NM AVG 2.7 Rank #26 / 85
MorningStar Assisted Living of Albuquerque	AL NH MC RC	Albuquerque (Countrywood Area)	85 Facility 85 NM AVG 68 Rank #53 / 145	Yes	56 Facility 56 NM AVG 43 Rank #79 / 207	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	80.0%	A+	Efren Gallardo	Ms. Albuquerque Management Nm, LLC	11	4 Facility 4 NM AVG 4 Rank #47 / 85	4 Facility 4 NM AVG 5.3 Rank #41 / 85	7 Facility 7 NM AVG 30 Rank #16 / 85	0.6 Facility 0.6 NM AVG 2.7 Rank #10 / 85
The Village at Northrise – Hallmark	AL IL MC NH	Las Cruces (Northrise Estates)	24 Facility 24 NM AVG 68 Rank #101 / 145	No	25 Facility 25 NM AVG 43 Rank #142 / 207	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	-	Leah Kight	-	18	6 Facility 6 NM AVG 4 Rank #67 / 85	8 Facility 8 NM AVG 5.3 Rank #62 / 85	70 Facility 70 NM AVG 30 Rank #77 / 85	3.9 Facility 3.9 NM AVG 2.7 Rank #63 / 85
BeeHive Homes of Bosque Farms	AL MC RC	Bosque Farms	15 Facility 15 NM AVG 68 Rank #110 / 145	Yes	31 Facility 31 NM AVG 43 Rank #130 / 207	Private / Shared Rooms	100.0%	A+	Henry Holmes	Holmes Management, Inc	9	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 4 Rank #13 / 85	3 Facility 3 NM AVG 5.3 Rank #31 / 85	19 Facility 19 NM AVG 30 Rank #42 / 85	2.1 Facility 2.1 NM AVG 2.7 Rank #38 / 85
BeeHive Homes of Roswell	AL MC RC	Roswell	16 Facility 16 NM AVG 68 Rank #106 / 145	Yes	27 Facility 27 NM AVG 43 Rank #138 / 207	Private / Shared Rooms	50.0%	A+	Kurt Gass	Clovis Hive, LLC	1	0 Facility 0 NM AVG 4 Rank #1 / 85	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 5.3 Rank #2 / 85	14 Facility 14 NM AVG 30 Rank #32 / 85	14.0 Facility 14.0 NM AVG 2.7 Rank #85 / 85
BeeHive Homes of Deming	AL MC RC	Deming	14 Facility 14 NM AVG 68 Rank #127 / 145	Yes	26 Facility 26 NM AVG 43 Rank #140 / 207	Private / Shared Rooms	-	-	Shonna Lawson	Clovis Hive, LLC	7	5 Facility 5 NM AVG 4 Rank #62 / 85	1 Facility 1 NM AVG 5.3 Rank #2 / 85	3 Facility 3 NM AVG 30 Rank #6 / 85	0.4 Facility 0.4 NM AVG 2.7 Rank #5 / 85

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these assisted living communities

Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Resident Experience
25%
Regulatory
15%
Visual Media
10%
Website
10%
Stability
5%
Environment

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

Includes
Review Sentiment
Review Volume

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

Includes
State Inspections
Citations/Inspection
% Inspections w/ Citations
Complaint Visits
Accreditations
BBB Rating

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

Includes
Video Tours
Virtual Walkthroughs
Photo Quantity
Photo Quality

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

Includes
Website Content
Mobile Usability
Staff Info Available
Owner Info Available

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

Includes
Walk Score
Pricing Transparency

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What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in New Mexico?

Assisted living in New Mexico supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New Mexico?

Assisted living in New Mexico is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does New Mexico Medicaid cover assisted living?

New Mexico Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including New Mexico) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 112 assisted living facilities in New Mexico. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in New Mexico?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in New Mexico, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in New Mexico?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

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