Totah Vista, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Totah Vista, New Mexico had a total population of 235, the 344th largest community in New Mexico. The poverty rate is 63.0%.
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 (63.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 8.9% is notably above the national average.
Totah Vista Quick Facts
How Totah Vista 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 | 240 | 235 | -2.1% |
How Totah Vista 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+)
Totah Vista Rankings in New Mexico
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Other Cities in San Juan County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmington | 46,314 | $68,784 | 17.4% | $233,000 |
| Shiprock | 7,610 | $35,900 | 34.6% | $104,400 |
| Bloomfield | 7,395 | $48,472 | 25.7% | $161,200 |
| Aztec | 6,150 | $41,977 | 25.9% | $175,000 |
| Crouch Mesa | 4,812 | $63,750 | 21.9% | $89,200 |
| Lee Acres | 4,272 | $44,583 | 30.0% | $187,400 |
| Flora Vista | 2,770 | $44,352 | 20.2% | $219,300 |
| Center Point | 2,286 | $51,358 | 11.7% | $193,000 |
| West Hammond | 2,236 | $48,929 | 11.7% | $209,300 |
| La Plata | 2,233 | $57,071 | 35.7% | $210,000 |
Cities Similar to Totah Vista
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Becenti | 235 | $55,833 | $53,100 | 0.0% | 18.3% |
| Caballo | 233 | N/A | N/A | 22.8% | 0.0% |
| Continental Divide | 231 | $61,284 | N/A | 55.8% | 11.3% |
| Galisteo | 231 | $32,955 | $1,344,300 | 39.4% | 9.1% |
| Los Cerrillos | 241 | $95,417 | $610,900 | 58.9% | 3.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 235, Totah Vista'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
Totah Vista is a small community located in New Mexico, within San Juan County. The total population is 235. It ranks as the 344th most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
The median age in Totah Vista is 35.6 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 39.4 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 63.0%. This is 253% 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 unemployment rate is 8.9%. This is 49% higher than the state rate of 6.0%. 51.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% lower than the state average of 70.0%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Totah Vista is White (non-Hispanic), making up 60.4% of the population. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (60.4% vs 36.0%).
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. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 63.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Totah Vista, 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 Totah Vista, New Mexico?
Totah Vista, New Mexico has a population of 235 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Totah Vista, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Totah Vista — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Totah Vista, NM?
The poverty rate in Totah Vista is 63.0%. This means approximately 148 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Totah Vista, New Mexico?
Totah Vista's population is 60.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Totah Vista, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Totah Vista — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Totah Vista, New Mexico?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Totah Vista hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.