Albuquerque, NM Metro Area

Albuquerque, NM · Metro Area

921,482Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 4 counties (2 central, 2 outlying), part of the Albuquerque-Santa Fe-Los Alamos, NM combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $70,783
Median home value: $287,800
Land area: 9,287 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Bernalillo County, NM	Central	673,930	$69,473	$292,900
Sandoval County, NM	Central	153,604	$86,636	$313,800
Valencia County, NM	Outlying	78,458	$58,933	$223,000
Torrance County, NM	Outlying	15,490	$57,842	$159,700

Largest cities and towns

76 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Albuquerque, NM	City	562,218	$68,317
Rio Rancho, NM	City	108,515	$89,596
South Valley, NM	CDP	37,120	$58,224
Los Lunas, NM	Village	18,618	$62,330
North Valley, NM	CDP	10,455	$61,498
Bernalillo, NM	Town	9,086	$63,880
Corrales, NM	Village	8,555	$102,307
Belen, NM	City	7,450	$42,627
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM	Village	5,857	$72,992
El Cerro Mission, NM	CDP	5,323	$49,470
Rio Communities, NM	City	4,925	$46,035
Los Chaves, NM	CDP	4,838	$79,662
Paradise Hills, NM	CDP	4,591	$73,295
Meadow Lake, NM	CDP	4,259	$43,649
Placitas, NM	CDP	4,223	$109,750
Bosque Farms, NM	Village	4,071	$82,188
Peralta, NM	Town	3,404	$73,131
Sandia Heights, NM	CDP	3,160	$143,646
El Cerro, NM	CDP	2,923	$106,136
Valencia, NM	CDP	2,406	$55,170
Santo Domingo Pueblo, NM	CDP	2,370	$57,375
Jemez Pueblo, NM	CDP	2,199	$55,551
Jarales, NM	CDP	2,144	$55,676
Moriarty, NM	City	2,102	$31,650
McIntosh, NM	CDP	1,943	$56,566

Also in the Albuquerque-Santa Fe-Los Alamos, NM combined area

Santa Fe, NM · metro · 156,105 Española, NM · micro · 40,070 Las Vegas, NM · micro · 30,999 Los Alamos, NM · micro · 19,435

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Unemployment

5.5%

College Educated

35.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$70,783

Mean Household Income

$94,297

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.3%

Female

50.7%

Population Split

Male49.3%

Female50.7%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Mexican29.4%

German9.8%

English9.3%

Irish7.7%

Italian3.4%

Scottish1.9%

French1.7%

Polish1.3%

African0.7%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

9.4%Foreign Born

90.6%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized47.9%

Non-Citizen52.1%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later26.3%

Before 201073.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

401,720

Median Rent

$1,156/mo

Median Home Value

$287,800

Median Year Built

1985

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

215,870

College Enrollment

21.2%

High School

22.8%

College Educated

35.6%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

24.8 min

Drive Alone Rate

71.3%

Public Transit

0.7%

Work From Home

14.9%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.7%

18-34 Years

22.6%

35-64 Years

38.0%

65+ Years

18.7%

Population Composition

Under 1820.7%

18-3422.6%

35-6438.0%

65+18.7%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

40.0%

Single Parent

6.2%

Living Alone

33.4%

Avg Size

2.41

Household Types

Married Couples40.0%

Single Parent6.2%

Living Alone33.4%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$39,741

SNAP Usage

17.2%

Health Insurance

91.7%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k17.2%

$25k - $50k18.3%

$50k - $100k30.3%

$100k+34.3%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

4.8%

Retail Trade

10.3%

Education & Health Care

25.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

16.4%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

91.7%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

89.4%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

95.5%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

95.5

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

123.9

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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