Lake Arthur town, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lake Arthur town, New Mexico Demographics
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.4x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Lake Arthur town, New Mexico has a total population of 438, the 272nd largest city in New Mexico, with a median household income of $81,875, which is 32% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.1%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 32% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New Mexico.
Only 4.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.

Lake Arthur town Quick Facts

Population 438

Median Household Income $81,875

Median Home Value $113,900

Poverty Rate 12.1%

Unemployment Rate 4.0%

Median Age 40.5 years

Homeownership Rate 73.9%

Affordability Ratio 1.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 4.8%

High School Graduation Rate 78.2%

Diversity Index 46/100

Population 438 272nd of 492

Median Income $81,875 top 30%

Poverty Rate 12.1% 3% lower national

Median Home Value $113,900 bottom 30%

How Lake Arthur town Compares

Median Household Income

Lake Arthur town

$81,875

$62,125

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lake Arthur town

$113,900

$232,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.3%

$25K-$50K 13.9%

$50K-$100K 31.5%

$100K+ 32.3%

Employment

4.0% Unemployment Rate State: 6.0% | National: 5.2%

60.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 73.9%

Renter 26.1%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.8%

18-34

24.4%

35-54

21.7%

55-74

33.6%

75+

2.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 61 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lake Arthur town Rankings in New Mexico

#272 Population of 492

#85 Median Income of 492

#376 Education of 492

#246 Home Value of 492

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Cities Similar to Lake Arthur town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Monument CDP	437	N/A	$265,900	0.0%	10.5%
Tecolotito CDP	432	N/A	$9,999	3.9%	93.3%
Arrey CDP	429	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Canova CDP	454	N/A	N/A	68.6%	0.0%
Red River town	456	N/A	$432,400	19.1%	9.0%

Population Overview

Lake Arthur town is a small community located in New Mexico. The total population is 438. It ranks as the 272nd most populous out of 492 cities and towns in New Mexico.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lake Arthur town is 40.5 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 39.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lake Arthur town is $81,875. This is 32% higher than the state median of $62,125. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 4% higher. The poverty rate stands at 12.1%. This is 33% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.1%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $113,900. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $232,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Lake Arthur town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lake Arthur town is Hispanic or Latino, making up 65.5% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 33.8%.

Education

4.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 84% 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 78.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lake Arthur 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 Lake Arthur town, New Mexico?

Lake Arthur town, New Mexico has a population of 438 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lake Arthur town, NM?

The median household income in Lake Arthur town is $81,875, which is 4% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lake Arthur town, NM?

The poverty rate in Lake Arthur town is 12.1%. This means approximately 53 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lake Arthur town, New Mexico?

Lake Arthur town's population is 33.8% White, 0.0% Black, 65.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lake Arthur town, NM?

The median home value in Lake Arthur town is $113,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.

How educated is Lake Arthur town, New Mexico?

4.8% of adults (25+) in Lake Arthur town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.