Adelino, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Adelino, New Mexico had a total population of 686, the 203rd largest community in New Mexico, with a median household income of $110,391, which is 72% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 72% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New Mexico.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
Adelino Quick Facts
How Adelino Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 892 | 686 | -23.1% |
| Median home value | $214,300 | $222,000 | +3.6% |
How Adelino Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Adelino Rankings in New Mexico
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Other Cities in Valencia County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Lunas | 18,618 | $62,330 | 18.2% | $262,900 |
| Belen | 7,450 | $42,627 | 31.2% | $166,100 |
| El Cerro Mission | 5,323 | $49,470 | 25.0% | $115,300 |
| Rio Communities | 4,925 | $46,035 | 13.4% | $205,900 |
| Los Chaves | 4,838 | $79,662 | 24.8% | $285,700 |
| Meadow Lake | 4,259 | $43,649 | 20.6% | $77,900 |
| Bosque Farms | 4,071 | $82,188 | 17.0% | $293,100 |
| Peralta | 3,404 | $73,131 | 5.2% | $299,200 |
| El Cerro | 2,923 | $106,136 | 5.9% | $311,500 |
| Valencia (Valencia County) | 2,406 | $55,170 | 29.4% | $262,900 |
Cities Similar to Adelino
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Puebla | 715 | N/A | $266,500 | 16.6% | 2.9% |
| East Pecos | 643 | N/A | N/A | 32.2% | 3.6% |
| Fairacres | 616 | N/A | $279,200 | 28.3% | 13.6% |
| La Cueva (Santa Fe County) | 778 | $109,299 | $418,500 | 44.5% | 7.6% |
| Cochiti | 680 | $85,548 | $250,000 | 5.6% | 5.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 686, Adelino's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Adelino is a small community located in New Mexico, within Valencia County. The total population is 686. It ranks as the 203rd most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
The median age in Adelino is 39.0 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Adelino is $110,391. This is 72% higher than the state median of $64,059. It is also 37% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.3%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 17.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $222,000. Housing costs are 11% lower than the state median of $248,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Adelino is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 93.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Adelino is Hispanic or Latino, making up 80.2% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 19.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (80.2% vs 48.4%).
Education
11.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% lower than the state rate of 31.0%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Adelino, New Mexico is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against New Mexico state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Adelino, New Mexico?
Adelino, New Mexico has a population of 686 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Adelino, NM?
The median household income in Adelino is $110,391, which is 37% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Adelino, NM?
The poverty rate in Adelino is 15.3%. This means approximately 102 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Adelino, New Mexico?
Adelino's population is 19.8% White, 0.0% Black, 80.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Adelino, NM?
The median home value in Adelino is $222,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Adelino, New Mexico?
11.0% of adults (25+) in Adelino hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.