Nogal, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Nogal, New Mexico had a total population of 80, the 429th largest community in New Mexico. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Nogal Quick Facts
How Nogal 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 | 156 | 80 | -48.7% |
How Nogal Compares
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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+)
Nogal Rankings in New Mexico
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Other Cities in Lincoln County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruidoso | 7,699 | $52,736 | 20.6% | $243,800 |
| Ruidoso Downs | 2,655 | $31,354 | 40.5% | $154,000 |
| Capitan | 1,191 | $52,864 | 14.4% | $111,700 |
| Carrizozo | 854 | $27,344 | 24.9% | $84,700 |
| Corona | 168 | N/A | 20.8% | $88,300 |
Cities Similar to Nogal
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capulin | 79 | $34,464 | $48,200 | 5.3% | 6.3% |
| San Fidel | 79 | N/A | N/A | 24.1% | 3.8% |
| La Boca | 78 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Lake Valley | 83 | $83,158 | $200,000 | 58.4% | 10.8% |
| Pajarito Mesa | 83 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 80, Nogal'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
Nogal is a small community located in New Mexico, within Lincoln County. The total population is 80. It ranks as the 429th most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
The median age in Nogal is 62.8 years. This is 59% higher than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 17.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Nogal, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 72.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Nogal was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
17.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 31.0%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 98.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Nogal, 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 Nogal, New Mexico?
Nogal, New Mexico has a population of 80 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Nogal, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Nogal — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Nogal, NM?
The poverty rate in Nogal is 12.5%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Nogal, New Mexico?
Nogal's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Nogal, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Nogal — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Nogal, New Mexico?
17.5% of adults (25+) in Nogal hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.