Eddy County, New Mexico Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Eddy County is located in New Mexico with a total population of 61,114. It is the 11th most populous county out of 33 in New Mexico.

Age Demographics

The median age in Eddy County is 35.9 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 39.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Eddy County is $79,605. This is 28% higher than the state median of $62,125. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 1% higher. The poverty rate stands at 12.4%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $199,400. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $232,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Eddy County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Eddy County is Hispanic or Latino, making up 50.9% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 43.7%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.

Education

19.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 30.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 84.3%.