Quay County's 2026 population is estimated at 8,103, reflecting a -1.82% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Quay County is the 26th largest county in New Mexico. The 2010 population was 9,065 and has grown -10.61% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 48.9 years
Female: 49.6 years
Male: 48.3 years
There are 6,883 adults, (2,260 of whom are seniors) in Quay County.
Female: 4,359 (50.9%)
Male: 4,205 (49.1%)
The racial composition of Quay County includes 61.83% White, 7.95% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,295 | 61.83% |
| Two or more races | 2,343 | 27.36% |
| Other race | 681 | 7.95% |
| Native American | 179 | 2.09% |
| Black or African American | 59 | 0.69% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 7 | 0.08% |
Quay County 's average per capita income is $42,217. Household income levels show a median of $41,946. The poverty rate stands at 27.12%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $86,809 | - |
| Families | $57,250 | $86,131 |
| Households | $41,946 | $62,487 |
| Non Families | $20,646 | $32,162 |
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