Playas, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Playas, New Mexico had a total population of 16, the 483rd largest community in New Mexico.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Playas Quick Facts
How Playas 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 | 27 | 16 | -40.7% |
How Playas Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
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+)
Playas Rankings in New Mexico
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Other Cities in Hidalgo County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lordsburg | 2,057 | $36,607 | 23.5% | $86,200 |
| Cotton City | 286 | $56,574 | 35.3% | $186,900 |
| Glen Acres | 247 | $99,688 | 30.8% | $159,600 |
| Animas | 186 | $103,125 | 3.8% | $124,200 |
| Virden | 175 | $126,094 | 12.0% | $207,600 |
| Windmill | 58 | $79,000 | 5.2% | N/A |
| Rodeo | 18 | N/A | 27.8% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Playas
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Datil | 17 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Cundiyo | 18 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Rodeo | 18 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 27.8% |
| Hachita | 14 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Trout Valley | 19 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 42.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 16, Playas'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
Playas is a small community located in New Mexico, within Hidalgo County. The total population is 16. It ranks as the 483rd most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
The median age in Playas is 21.4 years. This is 46% lower than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Playas 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
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Playas, 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 Playas, New Mexico?
Playas, New Mexico has a population of 16 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Playas, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Playas — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the racial makeup of Playas, New Mexico?
Playas's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Playas, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Playas — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.