Lovington, New Mexico Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lovington, New Mexico is 11,444 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 22nd-largest city in New Mexico. The median household income is $67,284, the median home value is $162,900, and the median age is 33.0.
The population has grown 5.9% since 2010 (11,039 → 11,693).
11,444
Population
1022
People / sq mi
$67,284
Median Income
$162,900
Median Home Value
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Lovington covers 11.2 sq mi of land at 1022 people per square mile.
About Lovington, NM
Lovington is defined demographically by education — 9.6% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 11,444 residents, Lovington is a city in New Mexico. It ranks #22 among cities in New Mexico by population.
The typical household here earns about $67,284, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US cities: 19.0%, above the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $162,900, with typical rent around $1,063.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 9.6%, below the national 35.0%. About 9.4% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Lovington city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lovington city had a population of 11,039 in 2010 and 11,693 in 2024, a 5.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,919 in 2014. Average annual growth rate: 0.43%.
11,693
Population (2024)
11,039
Population (2010)
11,919
Peak (2014)
0.43%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,039 |
| 2011 | 11,114 |
| 2012 | 11,328 |
| 2013 | 11,687 |
| 2014 | 11,919 |
| 2015 | 11,905 |
| 2016 | 11,531 |
| 2017 | 11,245 |
| 2018 | 11,302 |
| 2019 | 11,489 |
| 2020 | 11,680 |
| 2021 | 11,429 |
| 2022 | 11,239 |
| 2023 | 11,446 |
| 2024 | 11,693 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 55.7% |
| Black or African American | 3.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$67,284
Median Household Income
$24,748
Per Capita Income
19.0%
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$162,900
Median Home Value
$1,063
Median Rent
71.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
75.5%
High School+
9.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
68.0%
Public Transit
9.4%
Work From Home
32.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
28.4%
Foreign Born
51.8%
Non-English at Home
1.8%
Veterans
12.6%
With Disability
85.7%
Health Insurance
95.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 18.8% |
| Construction | 9.2% |
| Retail Trade | 8.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.2% |
| Manufacturing | 5.0% |
| Information | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.9% |
| Public Administration | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lovington, New Mexico has a population of 11,444 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 22nd-largest city in New Mexico.
The median household income in Lovington, New Mexico is $67,284, with 19.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lovington, New Mexico is $162,900, with median monthly rent at $1,063 and a homeownership rate of 71.5%.
The median age in Lovington, New Mexico is 33.0 years. The population is 50.7% male and 49.3% female.
The population has grown 5.9% since 2010 (11,039 → 11,693).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.