Eagle Nest, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Eagle Nest, New Mexico had a total population of 451, the 266th largest village in New Mexico, with a median household income of $57,692, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Eagle Nest Quick Facts
How Eagle Nest 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 | 270 | 451 | +67.0% |
| Median household income | $47,708 | $57,692 | +20.9% |
| Median home value | $190,000 | $301,200 | +58.5% |
How Eagle Nest 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+)
Eagle Nest Rankings in New Mexico
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Other Cities 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 |
| Maxwell | 331 | $31,667 | 10.9% | $79,300 |
Cities Similar to Eagle Nest
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canova | 452 | N/A | N/A | 70.7% | 0.0% |
| Costilla | 450 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 7.8% |
| Laguna | 459 | N/A | N/A | 24.1% | 28.7% |
| Tecolotito | 465 | N/A | N/A | 2.1% | 58.9% |
| Cuba | 462 | $58,750 | $150,700 | 20.5% | 22.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 451, Eagle Nest'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
Eagle Nest is a small community located in New Mexico, within Colfax County. The total population is 451. It ranks as the 266th most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
The median age in Eagle Nest is 31.6 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Eagle Nest is $57,692. This is 10% lower than the state median of $64,059. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.3%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 17.8%. The unemployment rate is 7.8%. This is 30% higher than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $301,200. Housing costs are 21% higher than the state median of $248,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x. 84.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Eagle Nest is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (84.3% vs 36.0%). The Hispanic or Latino population (13.3%) is well below the state average of 48.4%.
Education
28.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% 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 97.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Eagle Nest, 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 Eagle Nest, New Mexico?
Eagle Nest, New Mexico has a population of 451 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Eagle Nest, NM?
The median household income in Eagle Nest is $57,692, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Eagle Nest, NM?
The poverty rate in Eagle Nest is 13.3%. This means approximately 60 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Eagle Nest, New Mexico?
Eagle Nest's population is 84.3% White, 0.0% Black, 13.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Eagle Nest, NM?
The median home value in Eagle Nest is $301,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x.
How educated is Eagle Nest, New Mexico?
28.2% of adults (25+) in Eagle Nest hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.