Trout Valley, New Mexico Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Trout Valley, New Mexico had a total population of 19, the 479th largest community in New Mexico. The poverty rate is 42.1%.
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 (42.1%), 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%.
Trout Valley Quick Facts
How Trout Valley 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 | 21 | 19 | -9.5% |
How Trout Valley Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Trout Valley Rankings in New Mexico
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Other Cities in Grant County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver City | 9,536 | $38,711 | 23.7% | $182,100 |
| Bayard | 2,057 | $34,477 | 34.6% | $117,700 |
| Santa Clara | 1,809 | $57,898 | 23.4% | $141,500 |
| Little Walnut Village | 1,445 | $125,175 | 2.8% | $292,700 |
| Arenas Valley | 1,247 | $44,300 | 16.1% | $189,900 |
| Hurley | 1,044 | $36,202 | 17.7% | $89,700 |
| Tyrone | 814 | $47,031 | 22.9% | $166,100 |
| Gila | 366 | N/A | 30.3% | N/A |
| Mimbres | 330 | $66,250 | 3.0% | $179,400 |
| Hanover | 263 | $31,000 | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Trout Valley
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden | 20 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Cundiyo | 18 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Rodeo | 18 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 27.8% |
| Lybrook | 21 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Datil | 17 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 19, Trout Valley'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
Trout Valley is a small community located in New Mexico, within Grant County. The total population is 19. It ranks as the 479th most populous out of 495 Census-designated places in New Mexico.
Age Demographics
57.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 42.1%. This is 136% 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. 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 Trout Valley was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). 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 Trout Valley, 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 Trout Valley, New Mexico?
Trout Valley, New Mexico has a population of 19 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Trout Valley, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Trout Valley — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Trout Valley, NM?
The poverty rate in Trout Valley is 42.1%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Trout Valley, New Mexico?
Trout Valley's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Trout Valley, NM?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Trout Valley — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Trout Valley, New Mexico?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Trout Valley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.