Chical, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Chical, New Mexico had a total population of 141, the 396th largest community in New Mexico, with a median household income of $85,714, which is 34% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 44.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 34% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New Mexico.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (44.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Chical Quick Facts
How Chical 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 | 148 | 141 | -4.7% |
| Median household income | $83,304 | $85,714 | +2.9% |
How Chical 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+)
Chical 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 Chical
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonito (Socorro County) | 142 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| San Ysidro | 146 | N/A | $300,000 | 11.0% | 38.3% |
| Pie Town | 147 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 31.3% |
| Arroyo Hondo (Santa Fe County) | 135 | N/A | $893,500 | 70.5% | 3.7% |
| Bluewater Village | 133 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 141, Chical'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
Chical is a small community located in New Mexico, within Valencia County. The total population is 141. It ranks as the 396th most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
The median age in Chical is 55.2 years. This is 40% higher than the state median of 39.4 years. With 36.2% of the population under 18, Chical has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Chical is $85,714. This is 34% higher than the state median of $64,059. It is also 6% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 44.7%. This is 150% 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. The survey records no unemployed residents in Chical, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $334,000. Housing costs are 35% higher than the state median of $248,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 85.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Education
55.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 79% higher 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 87.8%. Notably, 46.7% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Chical, 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 Chical, New Mexico?
Chical, New Mexico has a population of 141 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Chical, NM?
The median household income in Chical is $85,714, which is 6% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Chical, NM?
The poverty rate in Chical is 44.7%. This means approximately 63 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Chical, New Mexico?
Chical's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Chical, NM?
The median home value in Chical is $334,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Chical, New Mexico?
55.6% of adults (25+) in Chical hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 46.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.