Texico, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Texico, New Mexico had a total population of 967, the 166th largest city in New Mexico, with a median household income of $65,000, which is 1% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
Texico Quick Facts
How Texico 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 | 858 | 967 | +12.7% |
| Median household income | $63,958 | $65,000 | +1.6% |
| Median home value | $95,000 | $95,900 | +0.9% |
How Texico 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 63 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Texico Rankings in New Mexico
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Other Cities in Curry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clovis | 37,942 | $54,820 | 21.7% | $169,400 |
| Cannon AFB | 2,405 | $63,000 | 8.5% | N/A |
| Melrose | 447 | $32,750 | 38.7% | $78,500 |
| Grady | 99 | $71,101 | 7.1% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Texico
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magdalena | 976 | N/A | $99,500 | 0.0% | 38.8% |
| Fort Sumner | 938 | N/A | N/A | 2.7% | 17.3% |
| Isleta | 1,043 | N/A | $159,000 | 13.7% | 10.6% |
| Las Tusas | 999 | $58,627 | $161,200 | 61.0% | 62.2% |
| Cedar Grove | 901 | $63,261 | $185,000 | 26.4% | 11.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 967, Texico'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
Texico is a small community located in New Mexico, within Curry County. The total population is 967. It ranks as the 166th most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
The median age in Texico is 44.9 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Texico is $65,000. This is 1% higher than the state median of $64,059. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.6%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 17.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Texico, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $95,900. Housing costs are 61% lower than the state median of $248,100. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Texico is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 74.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Texico is Hispanic or Latino, making up 60.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 31.6%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (4.2% vs 1.8%).
Education
8.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% 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 64.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Texico, 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 Texico, New Mexico?
Texico, New Mexico has a population of 967 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Texico, NM?
The median household income in Texico is $65,000, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Texico, NM?
The poverty rate in Texico is 16.6%. This means approximately 160 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Texico, New Mexico?
Texico's population is 31.6% White, 4.2% Black, 60.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Texico, NM?
The median home value in Texico is $95,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Texico, New Mexico?
8.0% of adults (25+) in Texico hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.