Tijeras, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tijeras, New Mexico had a total population of 524, the 238th largest village in New Mexico, with a median household income of $78,173, which is 22% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Tijeras Quick Facts
How Tijeras 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 | 483 | 524 | +8.5% |
| Median household income | $75,398 | $78,173 | +3.7% |
| Median home value | $250,000 | $260,600 | +4.2% |
How Tijeras 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+)
Tijeras Rankings in New Mexico
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Other Cities in Bernalillo County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | 562,218 | $68,317 | 15.5% | $291,500 |
| Rio Rancho | 108,515 | $89,596 | 7.4% | $310,200 |
| South Valley | 37,120 | $58,224 | 18.5% | $224,300 |
| North Valley | 10,455 | $61,498 | 17.6% | $302,700 |
| Edgewood | 6,124 | $84,761 | 8.3% | $306,400 |
| Los Ranchos de Albuquerque | 5,857 | $72,992 | 8.8% | $492,400 |
| Paradise Hills | 4,591 | $73,295 | 11.1% | $254,600 |
| Kirtland AFB | 3,413 | $84,884 | 12.9% | N/A |
| Sandia Heights | 3,160 | $143,646 | 4.7% | $670,100 |
| Sandia Knolls | 1,445 | $91,827 | 4.5% | $293,900 |
Cities Similar to Tijeras
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Truchas | 528 | N/A | $315,800 | 14.6% | 8.3% |
| Placitas (Doña Ana County) | 516 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 90.5% |
| Mesita | 514 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Seama | 538 | N/A | N/A | 0.3% | 71.5% |
| Cuyamungue | 509 | $76,458 | $364,100 | 19.4% | 11.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 524, Tijeras'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
Tijeras is a small community located in New Mexico, within Bernalillo County. The total population is 524. It ranks as the 238th most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tijeras is 55.1 years. This is 40% higher than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Tijeras is $78,173. This is 22% higher than the state median of $64,059. It is also 3% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 51% lower than the state poverty rate of 17.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 11% lower than the state rate of 6.0%. The median home value is $260,600. Housing costs are 5% higher than the state median of $248,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 84.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Tijeras is Hispanic or Latino, making up 50.4% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 48.5%.
Education
19.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% 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 97.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tijeras, 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 Tijeras, New Mexico?
Tijeras, New Mexico has a population of 524 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tijeras, NM?
The median household income in Tijeras is $78,173, which is 3% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tijeras, NM?
The poverty rate in Tijeras is 8.8%. This means approximately 46 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tijeras, New Mexico?
Tijeras's population is 48.5% White, 0.0% Black, 50.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tijeras, NM?
The median home value in Tijeras is $260,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Tijeras, New Mexico?
19.0% of adults (25+) in Tijeras hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.