Las Cruces, NM Metro Area

Las Cruces, NM · Metro Area

224,266Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the El Paso-Las Cruces, TX-NM combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $56,848
Median home value: $220,800
Land area: 3,807 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
Dona Ana County, NM	Central	224,266	$56,848	$220,800

Largest cities and towns

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

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Las Cruces, NM	City	114,197	$55,422
Sunland Park, NM	City	17,463	$62,814
Anthony, NM	City	8,767	$38,132
Santa Teresa, NM	CDP	6,041	$63,161
Vado, NM	CDP	2,895	$37,411
University Park, NM	CDP	2,782	$30,156
San Ysidro, NM	CDP	2,118	$89,473
Radium Springs, NM	CDP	1,908	$43,836
Mesilla, NM	Town	1,717	$74,750
White Sands, NM	CDP	1,609	$89,565
Hatch, NM	Village	1,588	$43,486
Berino, NM	CDP	1,454	$39,907
La Union, NM	CDP	1,071	$56,411
Salem, NM	CDP	916	$31,386
Doña Ana, NM	CDP	868	$35,700
San Miguel, NM	CDP	772	$55,145
San Pablo, NM	CDP	696	$68,047
Mesquite, NM	CDP	675	$70,692
Fairacres, NM	CDP	616	—
Chamberino, NM	CDP	580	$61,250
Placitas, NM	CDP	516	$13,125
La Mesa, NM	CDP	473	$38,693
Rincon, NM	CDP	271	$57,083
Organ, NM	CDP	152	$230,152
Garfield, NM	CDP	28	—

Also in the El Paso-Las Cruces, TX-NM combined area

El Paso, TX · metro · 874,182

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

21.3%

Unemployment

6.8%

College Educated

31.7%

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

$56,848

Mean Household Income

$76,951

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male

49.4%

Female

50.6%

Population Split

Male49.4%

Female50.6%

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

Mexican59.3%

German7.5%

English6.7%

Irish5.1%

Italian1.3%

Scottish1.1%

French1.0%

Polish0.7%

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

14.7%Foreign Born

85.3%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized46.5%

Non-Citizen53.5%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later20.4%

Before 201079.6%

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

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

92,436

Median Rent

$934/mo

Median Home Value

$220,800

Median Year Built

1991

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

65,768

College Enrollment

28.4%

High School

20.0%

College Educated

31.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

22.8 min

Drive Alone Rate

75.0%

Public Transit

0.5%

Work From Home

9.5%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.1%

18-34 Years

27.8%

35-64 Years

32.1%

65+ Years

17.0%

Population Composition

Under 1823.1%

18-3427.8%

35-6432.1%

65+17.0%

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

40.7%

Single Parent

7.5%

Living Alone

28.8%

Avg Size

2.58

Household Types

Married Couples40.7%

Single Parent7.5%

Living Alone28.8%

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

$29,907

SNAP Usage

24.1%

Health Insurance

88.7%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k24.3%

$25k - $50k20.6%

$50k - $100k30.5%

$100k+24.6%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

4.6%

Retail Trade

10.3%

Education & Health Care

28.9%

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

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.5%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

88.7%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

90.6%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

95.1%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

90.2

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

117.0

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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