Pie Town, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pie Town, New Mexico had a total population of 147, the 393rd largest community in New Mexico. The poverty rate is 31.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (31.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Pie Town Quick Facts
How Pie Town 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 | 188 | 147 | -21.8% |
How Pie Town 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+)
Pie Town Rankings in New Mexico
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Other Cities in Catron County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve | 402 | N/A | 56.3% | $123,200 |
| Pleasanton | 259 | $83,375 | 0.0% | $333,300 |
| Rancho Grande | 254 | N/A | 16.9% | $205,400 |
| Glenwood | 160 | N/A | 23.1% | N/A |
| Quemado | 100 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Luna | 72 | $25,526 | 0.0% | $11,100 |
| Middle Frisco | 70 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Aragon | 65 | N/A | 46.2% | N/A |
| Alma | 52 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Escudilla Bonita | 48 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Pie Town
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Ysidro | 146 | N/A | $300,000 | 11.0% | 38.3% |
| Hillsboro | 150 | N/A | $197,300 | 0.0% | 29.3% |
| Nara Visa | 151 | $31,111 | N/A | 0.0% | 40.4% |
| Organ | 152 | N/A | $122,100 | 23.0% | 0.0% |
| San Antonito (Socorro County) | 142 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 147, Pie Town'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
Pie Town is a small community located in New Mexico, within Catron County. The total population is 147. It ranks as the 393rd most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pie Town is 63.4 years. This is 61% higher than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 31.3%. This is 75% higher than the state poverty rate of 17.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Pie Town, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 53.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% lower than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Pie Town 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
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. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pie Town, 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 Pie Town, New Mexico?
Pie Town, New Mexico has a population of 147 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pie Town, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Pie Town — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pie Town, NM?
The poverty rate in Pie Town is 31.3%. This means approximately 46 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pie Town, New Mexico?
Pie Town's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pie Town, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Pie Town — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Pie Town, New Mexico?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Pie Town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.