Luna County, New Mexico
NM · FIPS 35029 · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates
| Metric | Value | vs National | Rank | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,611 | — | #1,632 / 3,222 | |
| Median Household Income | $36,419 | -51.5% | #3,112 / 3,222 | |
| Median Age | 36.3 years | -6.7% | #2,834 / 3,222 | |
| Median Home Value | $128,000 | -54.6% | #2,531 / 3,222 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $650 | -44.1% | #2,935 / 3,222 | |
| Poverty Rate | 28.6% | +126.8% | #3,069 / 3,222 | |
Demographics
Luna County has a population of 25,611, making it the #1,632 most populous county in the US. The median age is 36.3 years, which is 6.7% below the national median.
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The median household income in Luna County is $36,419, ranking #3,112 out of 3,222 counties — 51.5% below the national median. The poverty rate is 28.6% and unemployment stands at 5.4%.
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The median home value in Luna County is $128,000 (-54.6% vs national). Renters pay a median of $650/mo and the homeownership rate is 70.9%.
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90.7% of residents in Luna County have health insurance coverage, which is 1.1% below the national rate.
About Luna County, New Mexico
Luna County, New Mexico has a total population of 25,611, making it the 1,632nd most populous county in the United States. The median age in Luna County is 36.3 years, which is 6.7% below the national median of 38.9 years.
The median household income in Luna County is $36,419, which ranks #3,112 of 3,222 counties nationwide. This is 51.5% below the national median of $75,149. The poverty rate is 28.6%, higher than the national rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4%.
The median home value in Luna County is $128,000, 54.6% below the national median. Renters in Luna County pay a median gross rent of $650 per month. The homeownership rate is 70.9%, compared to the national rate of 64.4%.
In Luna County, 14.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 56.7% below the national average of 33.7%. Health insurance coverage stands at 90.7% of the population. The average commute time for workers is 20.8 min.
Luna County is a diverse community. The largest racial or ethnic group is Hispanic or Latino at 67.1% of the population, followed by White (non-Hispanic) (28.3%) and Two or More Races (1.3%).
All data for Luna County, New Mexico comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. These figures are estimates based on survey sampling and are subject to margin of error. For the most detailed and up-to-date data, visit the Census Bureau's official data portal.