Malaga, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Malaga, New Mexico had a total population of 309, the 306th largest community in New Mexico. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Malaga Quick Facts
How Malaga 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 | 63 | 309 | +390.5% |
How Malaga 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+)
Malaga Rankings in New Mexico
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Other Cities in Eddy County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlsbad | 31,746 | $72,306 | 13.8% | $200,000 |
| Artesia | 12,576 | $74,915 | 15.7% | $229,400 |
| Loving | 1,357 | $43,884 | 20.1% | $171,600 |
| Atoka | 1,347 | $83,704 | 3.3% | $116,200 |
| La Huerta | 1,288 | $78,861 | 8.8% | $345,100 |
| Happy Valley | 845 | $62,215 | 28.8% | $200,000 |
| Livingston Wheeler | 460 | $79,329 | 6.1% | $153,000 |
| Morningside | 103 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Loco Hills | 72 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Hope | 49 | $111,250 | 0.0% | $113,600 |
Cities Similar to Malaga
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Forks | 310 | $76,042 | $250,000 | 34.9% | 52.3% |
| Las Palomas | 304 | $73,864 | $137,500 | 6.3% | 0.0% |
| Cañada de los Alamos | 315 | $83,294 | $460,700 | 32.8% | 17.5% |
| La Tierra | 315 | $246,008 | $2,000,000+ | 88.6% | 6.3% |
| Lemitar | 316 | $93,902 | N/A | 22.5% | 10.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 309, Malaga'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
Malaga is a small community located in New Mexico, within Eddy County. The total population is 309. It ranks as the 306th most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
The median age in Malaga is 39.3 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.4 years. With 42.4% of the population under 18, Malaga has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Malaga. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Malaga, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 46.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% lower than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Malaga has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (85.8% vs 36.0%). The Hispanic or Latino population (14.2%) is well below the state average of 48.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 53.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Malaga, 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 Malaga, New Mexico?
Malaga, New Mexico has a population of 309 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Malaga, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Malaga — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Malaga, NM?
The ACS sample for Malaga recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Malaga, New Mexico?
Malaga's population is 85.8% White, 0.0% Black, 14.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Malaga, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Malaga — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Malaga, New Mexico?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Malaga hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.