Valencia County, New Mexico Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 6th-largest in New Mexico
The population of Valencia County, New Mexico is 77,382 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 6th-largest county in New Mexico. The median household income is $58,333, the median home value is $206,800, and the median age is 39.0.
The population of Valencia County has grown 5.2% since 2010 (76,805 → 80,813), a +0.36% annualized rate.
77,382
Population
+0.36%
Annual growth
73
People / sq mi
$58,333
Median Income
$206,800
Median Home Value
Valencia County covers 1,067 sq mi of land at 72.5 people per square mile.
About Valencia County, NM
Homeownership is the standout figure in Valencia County: 82.1% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. Valencia County is a county in New Mexico with a population of 77,382. That makes it one of the ten largest counties in New Mexico in the country, at #6 by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $58,333 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 13.3%, above the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $206,800, with typical rent around $970.
Roughly 20.8% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 9.3% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Valencia County, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
Valencia County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Valencia County had a population of 76,805 in 2010 and 80,813 in 2024, a 5.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 80,813 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.37%.
80,813
Population (2024)
76,805
Population (2010)
80,813
Peak (2024)
0.37%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 76,805 |
| 2011 | 76,973 |
| 2012 | 76,798 |
| 2013 | 76,499 |
| 2014 | 75,892 |
| 2015 | 75,665 |
| 2016 | 75,639 |
| 2017 | 75,970 |
| 2018 | 76,452 |
| 2019 | 76,953 |
| 2020 | 76,507 |
| 2021 | 77,452 |
| 2022 | 78,254 |
| 2023 | 79,263 |
| 2024 | 80,813 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 55.8% |
| Black or African American | 1.4% |
| Asian | 0.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 7.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
39.0
Median Age
50.2%
Female
49.8%
Male
18.5%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.6% · Seniors (65+): 18.5%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $58,333$-3,792 vs state |
| Mean household income | $78,008 |
| Per-capita income | $30,066 |
| Poverty rate | 13.3%-0.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.6% |
| Employment-to-population | 48.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Valencia County is professional & business services, accounting for 24.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.5%
Drive alone
1.0%
Carpool
76.4%
Public transit
9.3%
Work from home
28.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$206,800$-25,400 vs state
Median home value
$970
Median rent
82.1%
Homeownership rate
30,396
Total housing units
88.1%
Occupied
11.9%
Vacant
17.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.0%
With health insurance
91.6%
With broadband internet
28.7%
Foreign-born
9.6%
Veterans (18+)
21.1%
With a disability
72.2%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
85.9%
High School+
20.8%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Valencia County, New Mexico has a population of 77,382 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 6th-largest county in New Mexico. Population density is 73 people per square mile.
The population of Valencia County has grown 5.2% since 2010 (76,805 → 80,813), a +0.36% annualized rate.
The median household income in Valencia County, New Mexico is $58,333, with mean (average) household income of $78,008 and per-capita income of $30,066. 13.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Valencia County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (55.8%), Hispanic or Latino (7.6%), Black or African American (1.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Valencia County, New Mexico is 39.0 years. Residents are 50.2% female and 49.8% male.
The median home value in Valencia County is $206,800 and median monthly rent is $970. 82.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 30,396 total housing units, 11.9% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Valencia County, New Mexico is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.6%.
Albuquerque is among the largest cities associated with Valencia County, New Mexico, with a population of 562,488.
Valencia County, NM Climate
Valencia County, NM has an average annual temperature of 13°C (55°F) and receives about 238 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13°C
Avg Temp
238
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / 35° | 10 mm |
| February | 5° / 41° | 10 mm |
| March | 8° / 47° | 13 mm |
| April | 12° / 54° | 10 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 14 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 13 mm |
| July | 25° / 76° | 35 mm |
| August | 24° / 74° | 47 mm |
| September | 20° / 67° | 34 mm |
| October | 14° / 56° | 26 mm |
| November | 7° / 44° | 13 mm |
| December | 2° / 36° | 13 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Valencia County, NM
The most comfortable months to visit Valencia County, NM are typically June, September and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near -7°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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