Real numbers for New Mexico — filing fees, attorney rates, contested vs. uncontested costs, county breakdowns, and what you can do to reduce your total.
✓ Filing fees verified against New Mexico court records · Updated July 2026
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Calculate My New Mexico Divorce Cost →The cost of divorce in New Mexico ranges from roughly $2,520 for a simple uncontested case to $27,200 or more for a contested divorce that goes to trial. The single biggest factor is not the state — it is how much you and your spouse disagree.
New Mexico is a community property state with no mandatory waiting period.
| Divorce Type | Low Estimate | Typical | High Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uncontested, no children | $132 | $762 | $4,200 |
| Uncontested with children | $2,520 | $4,200 | $6,300 |
| Contested, no trial | $9,350 | $17,000 | $27,200 |
| Contested, goes to trial | $27,200 | $32,300 | $50,000+ |
| Savings going uncontested | Up to $12,800 per spouse | ||
The court filing fee in New Mexico is paid when you submit your divorce petition to the court. This is a fixed, unavoidable cost regardless of whether your divorce is contested or uncontested.
Filing fee note: $132 statewide average
| Bernalillo County (Albuquerque) | $132 |
| Dona Ana (Las Cruces) | $130 |
| Santa Fe | $132 |
Divorce attorney hourly rates in New Mexico average $210 per hour.
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Open New Mexico Calculator →Filing fees based on New Mexico court records as of July 2026. This is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice.