Edgewood town, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Edgewood town, New Mexico Demographics
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As of 2026, Edgewood town, New Mexico has a total population of 6,122, the 37th largest city in New Mexico, with a median household income of $81,227, which is 31% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.5%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 31% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New Mexico.

Edgewood town Quick Facts

Population 6,122

Median Household Income $81,227

Median Home Value $278,100

Poverty Rate 8.5%

Unemployment Rate 6.1%

Median Age 38.9 years

Homeownership Rate 91.5%

Affordability Ratio 3.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 38.9%

High School Graduation Rate 95.0%

Diversity Index 55/100

Population 6,122 37th of 492

Median Income $81,227 top 30%

Poverty Rate 8.5% 32% lower national

Median Home Value $278,100 top 20%

How Edgewood town Compares

Median Household Income

Edgewood town

$81,227

$62,125

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Edgewood town

$278,100

$232,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.6%

$25K-$50K 18.8%

$50K-$100K 32.1%

$100K+ 36.6%

Employment

6.1% Unemployment Rate State: 6.0% | National: 5.2%

59.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 91.5%

Renter 8.5%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.2%

18-34

19.9%

35-54

26.2%

55-74

27.0%

75+

3.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 61 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Edgewood town Rankings in New Mexico

#37 Population of 492

#89 Median Income of 492

#90 Education of 492

#69 Home Value of 492

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Cities Similar to Edgewood town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
North Hobbs CDP	6,099	$89,279	$233,200	11.5%	13.0%
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque village	5,869	$70,801	$442,100	51.8%	12.0%
Eldorado at Santa Fe CDP	5,746	$96,692	$542,800	67.0%	8.0%
Santa Teresa CDP	5,973	$60,759	$216,600	38.1%	28.9%
Raton city	6,013	$52,007	$148,200	18.8%	20.7%

Population Overview

Edgewood town is a small city located in New Mexico. The total population is 6,122. It ranks as the 37th most populous out of 492 cities and towns in New Mexico.

Age Demographics

The median age in Edgewood town is 38.9 years. This is about average than the state median of 39.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Edgewood town is $81,227. This is 31% higher than the state median of $62,125. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% higher. The poverty rate stands at 8.5%. This is 53% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.1%. The unemployment rate is 6.1%. This is 1% higher than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $278,100. Housing costs are 20% higher than the state median of $232,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 91.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Edgewood town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 56.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 35.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (56.2% vs 36.5%). The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.

Education

38.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 29% higher 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 95.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Edgewood town, New Mexico is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against New Mexico state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 492 Census-designated places in New Mexico. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Edgewood town, New Mexico?

Edgewood town, New Mexico has a population of 6,122 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Edgewood town, NM?

The median household income in Edgewood town is $81,227, which is 3% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Edgewood town, NM?

The poverty rate in Edgewood town is 8.5%. This means approximately 515 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Edgewood town, New Mexico?

Edgewood town's population is 56.2% White, 0.2% Black, 35.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Edgewood town, NM?

The median home value in Edgewood town is $278,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

How educated is Edgewood town, New Mexico?

38.9% of adults (25+) in Edgewood town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.