Luna County, New Mexico Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 18th-largest in New Mexico
The population of Luna County, New Mexico is 25,420 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 18th-largest county in New Mexico. The median household income is $37,917, the median home value is $112,500, and the median age is 36.6.
The population of Luna County has grown 3.2% since 2010 (25,082 → 25,878), a +0.22% annualized rate.
25,420
Population
+0.22%
Annual growth
9
People / sq mi
$37,917
Median Income
$112,500
Median Home Value
Luna County covers 2,965 sq mi of land at 8.6 people per square mile.
About Luna County, NM
Among US counties, Luna County stands out first on household income: a median of $37,917, below the US median of $78,538. Luna County is a county in New Mexico with a population of 25,420. It ranks #18 among counties in New Mexico by population.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US counties: the median household earns just $37,917, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 21.0%, is among the steepest of comparable US counties and above the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $112,500, with typical rent around $685.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US counties: 14.7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 5.5% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Luna County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Luna County had a population of 25,082 in 2010 and 25,878 in 2024, a 3.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 25,878 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.24%.
25,878
Population (2024)
25,082
Population (2010)
25,878
Peak (2024)
0.24%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 25,082 |
| 2011 | 25,106 |
| 2012 | 24,922 |
| 2013 | 24,599 |
| 2014 | 24,430 |
| 2015 | 24,370 |
| 2016 | 24,373 |
| 2017 | 24,154 |
| 2018 | 23,904 |
| 2019 | 23,775 |
| 2020 | 25,457 |
| 2021 | 25,471 |
| 2022 | 25,677 |
| 2023 | 25,573 |
| 2024 | 25,878 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 54.9% |
| Black or African American | 1.9% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
36.6
Median Age
49.2%
Female
50.8%
Male
20.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 21.6% · Seniors (65+): 20.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $37,917$-24,208 vs state |
| Mean household income | $53,645 |
| Per-capita income | $21,871 |
| Poverty rate | 21.0%+7.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.5% |
| Employment-to-population | 43.8% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Luna County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.0% of workers.
How residents commute
0.4%
Drive alone
1.7%
Carpool
77.1%
Public transit
5.5%
Work from home
18.5 min
Avg commute
Housing
$112,500$-119,700 vs state
Median home value
$685
Median rent
69.2%
Homeownership rate
11,567
Total housing units
78.5%
Occupied
21.5%
Vacant
30.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
91.1%
With health insurance
86.6%
With broadband internet
34.4%
Foreign-born
7.5%
Veterans (18+)
21.5%
With a disability
47.3%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
75.9%
High School+
14.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Luna County, New Mexico has a population of 25,420 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 18th-largest county in New Mexico. Population density is 9 people per square mile.
The population of Luna County has grown 3.2% since 2010 (25,082 → 25,878), a +0.22% annualized rate.
The median household income in Luna County, New Mexico is $37,917, with mean (average) household income of $53,645 and per-capita income of $21,871. 21.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Luna County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (54.9%), Hispanic or Latino (2.6%), Black or African American (1.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Luna County, New Mexico is 36.6 years. Residents are 49.2% female and 50.8% male.
The median home value in Luna County is $112,500 and median monthly rent is $685. 69.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 11,567 total housing units, 21.5% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Luna County, New Mexico is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.
Albuquerque is among the largest cities associated with Luna County, New Mexico, with a population of 562,488.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.