Roosevelt County's 2026 population is estimated at 18,381, reflecting a -0.9% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Roosevelt County is the 21st largest county in New Mexico. The 2010 population was 20,020 and has grown -8.19% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 32.3 years
Female: 32.6 years
Male: 31.6 years
There are 14,183 adults, (2,840 of whom are seniors) in Roosevelt County.
Female: 9,368 (49.5%)
Male: 9,560 (50.5%)
The racial composition of Roosevelt County includes 62.11% White, 12.2% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 11,756 | 62.11% |
| Two or more races | 4,447 | 23.49% |
| Other race | 2,309 | 12.2% |
| Native American | 175 | 0.92% |
| Asian | 121 | 0.64% |
| Black or African American | 120 | 0.63% |
Roosevelt County 's average per capita income is $36,364. Household income levels show a median of $52,685. The poverty rate stands at 21.85%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $82,648 | - |
| Families | $66,102 | $80,649 |
| Households | $52,685 | $66,592 |
| Non Families | $34,813 | $42,417 |
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