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Cuyamungue, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Cuyamungue, New Mexico had a total population of 509, the 245th largest community in New Mexico, with a median household income of $76,458, which is 19% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.6%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Cuyamungue Quick Facts

Population 509
Median Household Income $76,458
Median Home Value $364,100
Poverty Rate 11.6%
Unemployment Rate 4.0%
Median Age 47.5 years
Homeownership Rate 78.0%
Affordability Ratio 4.8x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.4%
High School Graduation Rate 90.0%
Diversity Index 29/100
Population 509 245th of 495
Median Income $76,458 above average
Poverty Rate 11.6% 7% lower than national
Median Home Value $364,100 top 20%

How Cuyamungue Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population511509-0.4%
Median household income$67,125$76,458+13.9%
Median home value$324,000$364,100+12.4%

How Cuyamungue Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 18.7%
$25K-$50K 14.3%
$50K-$100K 31.6%
$100K+ 35.4%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.4%
$10K-$15K
5.7%
$15K-$20K
3.4%
$20K-$25K
7.2%
$25K-$30K
1.9%
$30K-$35K
4.8%
$35K-$40K
1.4%
$40K-$45K
1.9%
$45K-$50K
4.3%
$50K-$60K
8.6%
$60K-$75K
6.7%
$75K-$100K
16.3%
$100K-$125K
10.1%
$125K-$150K
8.1%
$150K-$200K
9.1%
$200K+
8.1%

Employment

4.0% Unemployment Rate State: 6.0%|National: 5.2%
52.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.0%
Renter 22.0%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.8x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $950/mo 14.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

29out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 63 | National average: 61

Education

Cuyamungue Rankings in New Mexico

#245 Population of 495
#110 Median Income of 346
#212 Education of 494
#53 Home Value of 336

Other Cities in Santa Fe County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Santa Fe 89,019 $73,482 12.9% $444,900
Española 10,473 $47,667 20.4% $210,800
Eldorado at Santa Fe 5,619 $106,633 8.4% $591,900
La Cienega 3,543 $85,250 10.0% $517,100
Agua Fria 2,898 $65,101 25.3% $270,400
Chimayo 2,390 $56,484 27.0% $227,500
Pojoaque 2,327 $74,028 11.3% $165,600
Las Campanas 2,119 $204,922 8.9% $1,545,800
Nambe 2,035 $59,375 15.2% $301,500
Tres Arroyos 1,926 $87,841 2.2% $678,500

Cities Similar to Cuyamungue

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Mesita514N/AN/A0.0%0.0%
Placitas (Doña Ana County)516N/AN/A0.0%90.5%
Arrey491N/AN/A0.0%0.0%
Truchas528N/A$315,80014.6%8.3%
Tijeras524$78,173$260,60019.0%8.8%

A note before these figures: with a population of 509, Cuyamungue'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

Cuyamungue is a small community located in New Mexico, within Santa Fe County. The total population is 509. It ranks as the 245th most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.

Age Demographics

The median age in Cuyamungue is 47.5 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 39.4 years. 10.2% 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 Cuyamungue is $76,458. This is 19% higher than the state median of $64,059. It is also 5% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.6%. This is 35% lower than the state poverty rate of 17.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $364,100. Housing costs are 47% higher than the state median of $248,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x. 78.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 70.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Cuyamungue is Hispanic or Latino, making up 82.7% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 14.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (14.7%) is well below the state average of 36.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (82.7% vs 48.4%).

Education

19.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 90.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Cuyamungue, 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 Cuyamungue, New Mexico?

Cuyamungue, New Mexico has a population of 509 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Cuyamungue, NM?

The median household income in Cuyamungue is $76,458, which is 5% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Cuyamungue, NM?

The poverty rate in Cuyamungue is 11.6%. This means approximately 59 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Cuyamungue, New Mexico?

Cuyamungue's population is 14.7% White, 0.0% Black, 82.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Cuyamungue, NM?

The median home value in Cuyamungue is $364,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.8x.

How educated is Cuyamungue, New Mexico?

19.4% of adults (25+) in Cuyamungue hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.