Santa Fe, NM Metro Area

Santa Fe, NM · Metro Area

156,105Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county, 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: $79,071
Median home value: $446,300
Land area: 1,909 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
Santa Fe County, NM	Central	156,105	$79,071	$446,300

Largest cities and towns

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

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Santa Fe, NM	City	89,019	$73,482
Edgewood, NM	Town	6,124	$84,761
Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM	CDP	5,619	$106,633
La Cienega, NM	CDP	3,543	$85,250
Agua Fria, NM	CDP	2,898	$65,101
Pojoaque, NM	CDP	2,327	$74,028
Nambe, NM	CDP	2,035	$59,375
El Rancho, NM	CDP	1,451	$80,417
El Valle de Arroyo Seco, NM	CDP	1,293	$67,826
Tesuque, NM	CDP	1,079	$55,865
Cedar Grove, NM	CDP	901	$63,261
San Ildefonso Pueblo, NM	CDP	737	$91,042
La Puebla, NM	CDP	715	$68,393
Cuyamungue, NM	CDP	509	$76,458
Peak Place, NM	CDP	427	$40,938
Jacona, NM	CDP	412	$84,375
Glorieta, NM	CDP	385	$46,394
Cuyamungue Grant, NM	CDP	376	$77,639
Cuartelez, NM	CDP	334	—
Chupadero, NM	CDP	334	$101,094
Tesuque Pueblo, NM	CDP	325	$78,214
Cañada de los Alamos, NM	CDP	315	$83,294
Lamy, NM	CDP	294	$68,235
Madrid, NM	CDP	292	—
Jaconita, NM	CDP	268	$101,250

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

Albuquerque, NM · metro · 921,482 Española, NM · micro · 40,070 Las Vegas, NM · micro · 30,999 Los Alamos, NM · micro · 19,435

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

12%

Unemployment

5.3%

College Educated

46.1%

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

$79,071

Mean Household Income

$111,940

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male

48.8%

Female

51.2%

Population Split

Male48.8%

Female51.2%

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

Mexican25.9%

English12.2%

German10.3%

Irish8.1%

Italian3.4%

Scottish2.3%

French2.0%

Polish1.4%

African0.2%

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

12.1%Foreign Born

87.9%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized42.7%

Non-Citizen57.3%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later22.4%

Before 201077.6%

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

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

78,834

Median Rent

$1,389/mo

Median Home Value

$446,300

Median Year Built

1989

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

28,795

College Enrollment

20.4%

High School

21.8%

College Educated

46.1%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

23.8 min

Drive Alone Rate

68.1%

Public Transit

0.8%

Work From Home

18.4%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.1%

18-34 Years

17.9%

35-64 Years

38.0%

65+ Years

28.0%

Population Composition

Under 1816.1%

18-3417.9%

35-6438.0%

65+28.0%

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

42.9%

Single Parent

4.8%

Living Alone

36.2%

Avg Size

2.17

Household Types

Married Couples42.9%

Single Parent4.8%

Living Alone36.2%

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

$52,207

SNAP Usage

11.0%

Health Insurance

91.1%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k14.7%

$25k - $50k17.8%

$50k - $100k28.4%

$100k+39.0%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

2.9%

Retail Trade

9.8%

Education & Health Care

23.1%

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

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

15.3%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

91.1%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

90.1%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.6%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

98.8

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

87.8

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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