San Juan County, New Mexico Demographics 2026
San Juan County, New Mexico has a population of 120,942, the 5th most populous county in New Mexico. The median household income is $55,872 and the median home value is $193,800. The poverty rate is 23.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
San Juan County Quick Facts
How San Juan County 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 | 121,178 | 120,942 | -0.2% |
| Median household income | $53,020 | $55,872 | +5.4% |
| Median home value | $185,100 | $193,800 | +4.7% |
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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in San Juan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmington | 46,314 | $68,784 | 17.4% | $233,000 |
| Shiprock | 7,610 | $35,900 | 34.6% | $104,400 |
| Bloomfield | 7,395 | $48,472 | 25.7% | $161,200 |
| Aztec | 6,150 | $41,977 | 25.9% | $175,000 |
| Crouch Mesa | 4,812 | $63,750 | 21.9% | $89,200 |
| Lee Acres | 4,272 | $44,583 | 30.0% | $187,400 |
| Flora Vista | 2,770 | $44,352 | 20.2% | $219,300 |
| Center Point | 2,286 | $51,358 | 11.7% | $193,000 |
| West Hammond | 2,236 | $48,929 | 11.7% | $209,300 |
| La Plata | 2,233 | $57,071 | 35.7% | $210,000 |
| Angustura | 1,997 | $53,750 | 26.3% | $170,400 |
| South River | 1,810 | $68,668 | 13.7% | $260,100 |
| Upper Fruitland | 1,457 | $49,453 | 29.3% | $86,200 |
| Spencerville | 1,264 | $78,899 | 11.6% | $255,000 |
| Waterflow | 1,140 | $61,429 | 12.7% | $167,400 |
| Cedar Hill | 902 | $82,050 | 12.1% | $275,000 |
| Napi Headquarters | 717 | $28,831 | 46.7% | N/A |
| North Light Plant | 579 | N/A | 61.8% | $202,700 |
| Fruitland | 574 | $142,750 | 0.0% | N/A |
| Blanco | 492 | $55,625 | 31.6% | $257,600 |
| Kirtland | 465 | $100,000 | 8.6% | $291,300 |
| Newcomb | 415 | $35,313 | 25.1% | $18,600 |
| Ojo Amarillo | 411 | $20,729 | 62.8% | N/A |
| Nenahnezad | 406 | $37,361 | 38.9% | $68,400 |
| Naschitti | 361 | $29,821 | 50.4% | $136,100 |
| Sheep Springs | 360 | $30,625 | 36.1% | $99,000 |
| Nageezi | 327 | $12,321 | 48.9% | $60,000 |
| Crystal | 287 | $43,125 | 33.8% | $89,000 |
| Navajo Dam | 269 | $12,011 | 41.6% | $162,500 |
| Totah Vista | 235 | N/A | 63.0% | N/A |
| Sanostee | 214 | $56,250 | 14.9% | $34,500 |
| Beclabito | 212 | $61,563 | 7.5% | $106,800 |
| Middle Mesa | 198 | $46,792 | 8.6% | $260,800 |
| Turley | 117 | $48,000 | 2.6% | $118,800 |
| Lake Valley | 83 | $83,158 | 10.8% | $200,000 |
| La Boca | 78 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
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Population Overview
San Juan County is located in New Mexico with a total population of 120,942. It is the 5th most populous county out of 33 in New Mexico. The county encompasses 36 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in San Juan County is 38.3 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in San Juan County is $55,872. This is 13% lower than the state median of $64,059. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 23.1%. This is 29% 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 unemployment rate is 7.3%. This is 22% higher than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $193,800. Housing costs are 22% lower than the state median of $248,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 71.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
San Juan County is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 19.8%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 1.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (19.8%) is well below the state average of 48.4%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
18.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 86.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for San Juan County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against New Mexico and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of San Juan County, New Mexico?
San Juan County has a population of 120,942, making it the 5th most populous county in New Mexico.
What is the median income in San Juan County?
The median household income in San Juan County is $55,872 with a poverty rate of 23.1%.
How many cities are in San Juan County, New Mexico?
San Juan County contains 36 Census-designated places.