Sandoval County's 2026 population is estimated at 161,385, reflecting a 1.14% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Sandoval County is the 3rd largest county in New Mexico. The 2010 population was 132,437 and has grown 21.86% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.3 years
Female: 42 years
Male: 40.6 years
There are 120,213 adults, (30,805 of whom are seniors) in Sandoval County.
Female: 77,628 (50.5%)
Male: 75,976 (49.5%)
The racial composition of Sandoval County includes 50.92% White, 12.08% Native American, 8.75% other race, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 78,213 | 50.92% |
| Two or more races | 37,587 | 24.47% |
| Native American | 18,548 | 12.08% |
| Other race | 13,437 | 8.75% |
| Black or African American | 3,501 | 2.28% |
| Asian | 2,084 | 1.36% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 234 | 0.15% |
Sandoval County 's average per capita income is $51,808. Household income levels show a median of $86,636. The poverty rate stands at 9.96%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $114,471 | - |
| Families | $97,197 | $120,599 |
| Households | $86,636 | $108,102 |
| Non Families | $54,187 | $71,087 |
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