Tajique, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tajique, New Mexico had a total population of 130, the 401st largest community in New Mexico. The poverty rate is 13.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Tajique Quick Facts
How Tajique 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 | 130 | -16.7% |
How Tajique 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+)
Tajique Rankings in New Mexico
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Other Cities in Torrance County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moriarty | 2,102 | $31,650 | 36.7% | $108,500 |
| McIntosh | 1,943 | $56,566 | 28.7% | $168,500 |
| Estancia | 1,432 | $53,846 | 22.6% | $99,000 |
| Mountainair | 1,178 | $43,021 | 22.1% | $95,300 |
| Indian Hills | 622 | $42,222 | 21.2% | $143,800 |
| Willard | 248 | $63,125 | 6.9% | $98,500 |
| Torreon (Torrance County) | 125 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Punta de Agua | 46 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Encino | 31 | N/A | 3.2% | N/A |
| Deer Canyon | 29 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Tajique
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lumberton | 130 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 16.9% |
| Borrego Pass | 129 | $33,333 | $85,000 | 6.0% | 61.2% |
| Bluewater Village | 133 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Purty Rock | 133 | $61,250 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Floyd | 134 | $51,250 | N/A | 20.4% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 130, Tajique'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
Tajique is a small community located in New Mexico, within Torrance County. The total population is 130. It ranks as the 401st most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tajique is 56.5 years. This is 43% higher than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 13.9%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 17.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Tajique, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Tajique was recorded as Hispanic or Latino. 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 Tajique, 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 Tajique, New Mexico?
Tajique, New Mexico has a population of 130 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tajique, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Tajique — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tajique, NM?
The poverty rate in Tajique is 13.9%. This means approximately 18 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tajique, New Mexico?
Tajique's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tajique, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Tajique — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Tajique, New Mexico?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Tajique hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.