Colfax County, New Mexico Demographics 2026
Colfax County, New Mexico has a population of 12,322, the 24th most populous county in New Mexico. The median household income is $53,554 and the median home value is $167,200. The poverty rate is 18.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Colfax County Quick Facts
How Colfax County 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 | 12,336 | 12,322 | -0.1% |
| Median household income | $52,690 | $53,554 | +1.6% |
| Median home value | $161,000 | $167,200 | +3.9% |
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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Colfax County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raton | 6,026 | $52,641 | 25.1% | $134,300 |
| Angel Fire | 1,111 | $107,554 | 18.0% | $546,800 |
| Springer | 1,017 | $50,345 | 14.9% | $87,000 |
| Cimarron | 701 | $41,324 | 5.4% | $126,600 |
| Eagle Nest | 451 | $57,692 | 13.3% | $301,200 |
| Maxwell | 331 | $31,667 | 10.9% | $79,300 |
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Population Overview
Colfax County is located in New Mexico with a total population of 12,322. It is the 24th most populous county out of 33 in New Mexico. The county encompasses 6 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Colfax County is 49.1 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 39.4 years. 12.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Colfax County is $53,554. This is 16% lower than the state median of $64,059. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.1%. This is 2% higher than the state poverty rate of 17.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $167,200. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $248,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 71.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Colfax County is Hispanic or Latino, making up 47.6% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 47.4%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
25.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% 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 90.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Colfax County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against New Mexico and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Colfax County, New Mexico?
Colfax County has a population of 12,322, making it the 24th most populous county in New Mexico.
What is the median income in Colfax County?
The median household income in Colfax County is $53,554 with a poverty rate of 18.1%.
How many cities are in Colfax County, New Mexico?
Colfax County contains 6 Census-designated places.