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$251,445$155 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

5542 ALDER ST

FARMINGTON, NM 87402
0
Baths
1,622 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$251K
$236K low$267K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,299 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$55,083 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$53,478
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$165,248

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.42
51
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
42
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
3
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySan Juan
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Country Club Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
H
Piedra Vista High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Heights Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Farmington Municipal Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 87402These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.55
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,157
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.695 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,255
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,926
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.10 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.76%

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How this home compares

5542 Alder St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 77% of homes in Farmington 87402
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Farmington 87402
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in San Juan County

What homes are worth in Farmington 87402

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$172K$783K

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Farmington 87402.

How it measures up in Farmington 87402

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Farmington 87402.

Estimated value$251,445
CheaperTypical $321,643Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$155
CheaperTypical $194Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,622 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 5542 Alder St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFarmington 87402San Juan County
Estimated valuepricier than$251,44523% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15511% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,622 ft²46% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac23% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than198041% of homes38% of homes

About 5542 Alder St

How much is 5542 Alder St, Farmington, NM worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5542 Alder St, Farmington, NM is $251,445 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $236,026 to $266,864. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 5542 Alder St, Farmington, NM?

5542 Alder St, Farmington, NM has 1,622 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 5542 Alder St, Farmington, NM built?

5542 Alder St, Farmington, NM was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5542 Alder St, Farmington, NM?

5542 Alder St, Farmington, NM is assigned to Country Club Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Piedra Vista High School (high), rated B; Heights Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Farmington Municipal Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5542 Alder St, Farmington, NM compare to other homes in Farmington 87402?

Among the 4,568 homes in Farmington 87402, it is worth more than 23% of them ($251,445 against a typical $321,643), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($155 against a typical $194), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,622 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1980 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of San Juan County, it is worth more than 41% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5542 Alder St, Farmington, NM?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5542 Alder St, Farmington, NM was $1,299. The county assessed it at $55,083.

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