Socorro County's estimated 2025 population is 15,667 with a growth rate of -0.94% in the past year according to the most recent United States census data. Socorro County is the 23rd largest county in New Mexico. The 2010 population was 17,791 and has seen a growth of -11.94% since that time.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
The racial composition of Socorro County includes 52.16% White, 12.09% Native American, 5.75% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
---|---|---|
White | 8,507 | 52.16% |
Two or more races | 4,555 | 27.93% |
Native American | 1,971 | 12.09% |
Other race | 937 | 5.75% |
Asian | 301 | 1.85% |
Black or African American | 37 | 0.23% |
Married
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Never Married
Socorro County's average per capita income is $37,770. Household income levels show a median of $47,556. The poverty rate stands at 28.96%.
Name | Median | Mean |
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Married Families | $77,216 | - |
Families | $59,010 | $72,646 |
Households | $47,556 | $68,979 |
Non Families | $29,116 | $60,111 |
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