Colfax County's 2026 population is estimated at 12,297, reflecting a -0.04% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Colfax County is the 24th largest county in New Mexico. The 2010 population was 13,725 and has grown -10.4% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 49.1 years
Female: 49.3 years
Male: 48.9 years
There are 10,162 adults, (3,549 of whom are seniors) in Colfax County.
Female: 6,078 (49.3%)
Male: 6,244 (50.7%)
The racial composition of Colfax County includes 62.82% White, 9.31% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Black or African American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 7,741 | 62.82% |
| Two or more races | 2,984 | 24.22% |
| Other race | 1,147 | 9.31% |
| Native American | 338 | 2.74% |
| Black or African American | 84 | 0.68% |
| Asian | 28 | 0.23% |
Colfax County 's average per capita income is $32,969. Household income levels show a median of $53,554. The poverty rate stands at 18.15%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $68,679 | - |
| Families | $61,368 | $83,217 |
| Households | $53,554 | $70,247 |
| Non Families | $38,287 | $51,188 |
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