Tecolotito, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tecolotito, New Mexico had a total population of 465, the 258th largest community in New Mexico. The poverty rate is 58.9%.
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 (58.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 2.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Tecolotito Quick Facts
How Tecolotito 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 | 432 | 465 | +7.6% |
How Tecolotito 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+)
Tecolotito Rankings in New Mexico
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Other Cities in San Miguel County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | 13,000 | $45,125 | 32.0% | $155,300 |
| Pecos | 1,204 | $88,490 | 9.7% | $302,700 |
| East Pecos | 643 | N/A | 3.6% | N/A |
| Rowe | 516 | $115,976 | 0.0% | $199,300 |
| Villanueva | 283 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Conchas Dam | 282 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| North San Ysidro | 210 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Ribera | 162 | $56,326 | 9.0% | N/A |
| Sena | 155 | N/A | 38.7% | N/A |
| Tecolote | 126 | N/A | 0.0% | $188,800 |
Cities Similar to Tecolotito
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirtland | 465 | $100,000 | $291,300 | 38.5% | 8.6% |
| Williamsburg | 466 | $29,250 | $43,600 | 13.3% | 12.9% |
| Sullivan | 463 | $100,658 | $316,700 | 28.0% | 2.6% |
| Cuba | 462 | $58,750 | $150,700 | 20.5% | 22.5% |
| Ojo Encino | 470 | $28,953 | $92,600 | 7.0% | 71.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 465, Tecolotito'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
Tecolotito is a small community located in New Mexico, within San Miguel County. The total population is 465. It ranks as the 258th most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tecolotito is 38.8 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.4 years. With 29.0% of the population under 18, Tecolotito has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 58.9%. This is 230% 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 Tecolotito, 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 Tecolotito 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
2.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 93% 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 73.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tecolotito, 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 Tecolotito, New Mexico?
Tecolotito, New Mexico has a population of 465 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tecolotito, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Tecolotito — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tecolotito, NM?
The poverty rate in Tecolotito is 58.9%. This means approximately 274 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tecolotito, New Mexico?
Tecolotito's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 100.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tecolotito, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Tecolotito — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Tecolotito, New Mexico?
2.1% of adults (25+) in Tecolotito hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.