Sausal CDP, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Sausal CDP, New Mexico Demographics
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As of 2026, Sausal CDP, New Mexico has a total population of 783, the 186th largest city in New Mexico, with a median household income of $95,705, which is 54% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.8%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 54% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New Mexico.
Unemployment rate of 16.7% is notably above the national average.

Sausal CDP Quick Facts

Population 783

Median Household Income $95,705

Median Home Value $255,800

Poverty Rate 13.8%

Unemployment Rate 16.7%

Median Age 27.7 years

Homeownership Rate 88.3%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 12.9%

High School Graduation Rate 61.3%

Diversity Index 35/100

Population 783 186th of 492

Median Income $95,705 top 20%

Poverty Rate 13.8% 11% higher national

Median Home Value $255,800 top 30%

How Sausal CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Sausal CDP

$95,705

$62,125

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Sausal CDP

$255,800

$232,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.8%

$25K-$50K 12.2%

$50K-$100K 39.6%

$100K+ 37.4%

Employment

16.7% Unemployment Rate State: 6.0% | National: 5.2%

53.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 88.3%

Renter 11.7%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.4%

18-34

36.6%

35-54

23.5%

55-74

16.4%

75+

7.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 61 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Sausal CDP Rankings in New Mexico

#186 Population of 492

#57 Median Income of 492

#285 Education of 492

#91 Home Value of 492

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Cities Similar to Sausal CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Laguna CDP	786	N/A	N/A	16.0%	35.3%
La Hacienda CDP	799	N/A	N/A	8.1%	34.3%
Magdalena village	764	N/A	$112,900	14.4%	23.8%
Los Luceros CDP	757	N/A	N/A	0.2%	15.2%
Chama village	748	N/A	$194,300	17.1%	14.0%

Population Overview

Sausal CDP is a small community located in New Mexico. The total population is 783. It ranks as the 186th most populous out of 492 cities and towns in New Mexico.

Age Demographics

The median age in Sausal CDP is 27.7 years. This is 29% lower than the state median of 39.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Sausal CDP is $95,705. This is 54% higher than the state median of $62,125. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 22% higher. The poverty rate stands at 13.8%. This is 24% lower than the state poverty rate of 18.1%. The unemployment rate is 16.7%. This is 178% higher than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $255,800. Housing costs are 10% higher than the state median of $232,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Sausal CDP is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 69.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Sausal CDP is Hispanic or Latino, making up 77.5% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 22.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (77.5% vs 48.1%).

Education

12.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 57% lower than the state rate of 30.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 61.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Sausal CDP, New Mexico is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against New Mexico state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 492 Census-designated places in New Mexico. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Sausal CDP, New Mexico?

Sausal CDP, New Mexico has a population of 783 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Sausal CDP, NM?

The median household income in Sausal CDP is $95,705, which is 22% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Sausal CDP, NM?

The poverty rate in Sausal CDP is 13.8%. This means approximately 108 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Sausal CDP, New Mexico?

Sausal CDP's population is 22.5% White, 0.0% Black, 77.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Sausal CDP, NM?

The median home value in Sausal CDP is $255,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Sausal CDP, New Mexico?

12.9% of adults (25+) in Sausal CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.