Becenti, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Becenti, New Mexico had a total population of 235, the 344th largest community in New Mexico, with a median household income of $55,833, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x.
- Unemployment rate of 13.1% is notably above the national average.
Becenti Quick Facts
How Becenti 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 | 274 | 235 | -14.2% |
| Median home value | $53,200 | $53,100 | -0.2% |
How Becenti 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+)
Becenti Rankings in New Mexico
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Other Cities in McKinley County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallup | 21,023 | $58,303 | 26.8% | $165,200 |
| Zuni Pueblo | 5,864 | $45,724 | 29.9% | $81,700 |
| Crownpoint | 2,882 | $51,011 | 31.5% | $61,100 |
| Navajo | 2,181 | $32,208 | 51.6% | N/A |
| Thoreau | 1,973 | $45,469 | 27.5% | $95,200 |
| Church Rock | 1,381 | $35,083 | 33.7% | $39,100 |
| Iyanbito | 1,233 | $52,500 | 32.2% | $49,300 |
| Gamerco | 1,176 | $48,977 | 52.0% | $99,600 |
| Black Rock | 1,125 | $46,000 | 38.9% | $101,100 |
| Prewitt | 1,027 | $19,074 | 54.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Becenti
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Totah Vista | 235 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 63.0% |
| Caballo | 233 | N/A | N/A | 22.8% | 0.0% |
| Paguate | 226 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Ensenada | 225 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Alamo | 246 | N/A | N/A | 7.7% | 1.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 235, Becenti'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
Becenti is a small community located in New Mexico, within McKinley County. The total population is 235. It ranks as the 344th most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
The median age in Becenti is 37.7 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Becenti is $55,833. This is 13% lower than the state median of $64,059. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.3%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 17.8%. The unemployment rate is 13.1%. This is 120% higher than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $53,100. Housing costs are 79% lower than the state median of $248,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x, Becenti is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Becenti, 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 Becenti, New Mexico?
Becenti, New Mexico has a population of 235 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Becenti, NM?
The median household income in Becenti is $55,833, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Becenti, NM?
The poverty rate in Becenti is 18.3%. This means approximately 43 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Becenti, New Mexico?
Becenti's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Becenti, NM?
The median home value in Becenti is $53,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.0x.
How educated is Becenti, New Mexico?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Becenti hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.