Curry County's 2026 population is estimated at 45,933, reflecting a -1.55% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Curry County is the 12th largest county in New Mexico. The 2010 population was 48,977 and has grown -6.22% since 2010.
Overall: 31.9 years
Female: 33.1 years
Male: 30.8 years
There are 35,001 adults, (6,185 of whom are seniors) in Curry County.
Female: 23,400 (49.1%)
Male: 24,238 (50.9%)
The racial composition of Curry County includes 53.71% White, 18.74% other race, 6.12% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 25,586 | 53.71% |
| Other race | 8,927 | 18.74% |
| Two or more races | 8,739 | 18.34% |
| Black or African American | 2,914 | 6.12% |
| Asian | 729 | 1.53% |
| Native American | 670 | 1.41% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 73 | 0.15% |
Curry County 's average per capita income is $43,231. Household income levels show a median of $57,309. The poverty rate stands at 20.51%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $87,535 | - |
| Families | $74,947 | $88,906 |
| Households | $57,309 | $74,913 |
| Non Families | $38,637 | $48,472 |
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