Santa Fe County's 2026 population is estimated at 160,281, reflecting a 0.79% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Santa Fe County is the 4th largest county in New Mexico. The 2010 population was 144,526 and has grown 10.9% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 48.7 years
Female: 50.6 years
Male: 47 years
There are 131,028 adults, (43,785 of whom are seniors) in Santa Fe County.
Female: 79,897 (51.2%)
Male: 76,208 (48.8%)
The racial composition of Santa Fe County includes 56.66% White, 11.98% other race, 3.27% Native American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 88,445 | 56.66% |
| Two or more races | 39,902 | 25.56% |
| Other race | 18,695 | 11.98% |
| Native American | 5,097 | 3.27% |
| Asian | 2,271 | 1.45% |
| Black or African American | 1,540 | 0.99% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 155 | 0.1% |
Santa Fe County 's average per capita income is $47,443. Household income levels show a median of $79,071. The poverty rate stands at 11.97%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $113,733 | $156,390 |
| Families | $97,273 | $136,437 |
| Households | $79,071 | $111,940 |
| Non Families | $53,341 | $76,658 |
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