Galisteo CDP, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026

Population Overview

Galisteo CDP is a small community located in New Mexico. The total population is 141. It ranks as the 392nd most populous out of 492 cities and towns in New Mexico.

Age Demographics

The median age in Galisteo CDP is 65.0 years. This is 66% higher than the state median of 39.2 years. Only 0.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 17.0%. This is 6% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.1%. The unemployment rate is 17.0%. This is 183% higher than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $944,400. Housing costs are 307% higher than the state median of $232,200. 88.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Galisteo CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 46.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 27.0%.

Education

51.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% 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 92.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Galisteo CDP, 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.