Black Hat, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Black Hat, New Mexico had a total population of 2, the 493rd largest community in New Mexico. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (100.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Black Hat Quick Facts
How Black Hat 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 | 1 | 2 | +100.0% |
How Black Hat Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
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+)
Black Hat 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 Black Hat
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homer C Jones | 2 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Pastura | 2 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Manzano Springs | 7 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Mogollon | 8 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Pinehaven | 8 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 2, Black Hat'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
Black Hat is a small community located in New Mexico, within McKinley County. The total population is 2. It ranks as the 493rd most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 461% higher than the state poverty rate of 17.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Black Hat was recorded as Hispanic or Latino. A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
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. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Black Hat, 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 Black Hat, New Mexico?
Black Hat, New Mexico has a population of 2 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Black Hat, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Black Hat — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Black Hat, NM?
The poverty rate in Black Hat is 100.0%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Black Hat, New Mexico?
Black Hat's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Black Hat, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Black Hat — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Black Hat, New Mexico?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Black Hat hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.