2023 ACS Census Data · Population 11,511
Sierra County is a small county in New Mexico with a population of 11,511. The median household income is $37,840, 42% below the national average. The poverty rate is 24.9%, median home value is $144,800, and 16.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Its labor force participation is 37% below the national average.
Population
11,511
2023 estimate
Rank #2385 of 3,222 counties
Median Income?The midpoint of all household incomes — half of households earn more, half earn less.Learn more →
$37,840
Household
Rank #3083 of 3,222 counties
Median Home Value?Estimated market value of owner-occupied homes at the 50th percentile.
$144,800
Owner-occupied
Rank #2099 of 3,222 counties
Bachelor's Degree+?Percent of adults 25 and older who hold at least a bachelor's degree.Learn more →
16.3%
Adults 25+
Rank #2537 of 3,222 counties
Location
Population breakdown by race, ethnicity, and age
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Female Population?Percent of the total population identifying as female.
50.6%
Foreign-Born?Percent of residents born outside the United States.
8.4%
Speak Non-English at Home?Percent of households where a language other than English is spoken at home.
21.0%
Veterans?Percent of civilian population 18 and over who have served in the U.S. armed forces.
12.8%
Income, poverty, and employment data from the American Community Survey
Benchmarks vs State & National
Median Household Income
32% below New Mexico avg·42% below national avg
Poverty Rate
24% below New Mexico avg·66% below national avg
Labor Force Participation
30% below New Mexico avg·37% below national avg
Economic Indicators
Per Capita Income?Total income divided by total population — the average income per person, regardless of household size.Learn more →
$24,882
Poverty Rate?Percent of residents living below the federal poverty line, which varies by household size.Learn more →
24.9%
Labor Force Participation?Percent of civilians 16+ who are employed or actively looking for work.Learn more →
36.5%
Home values, ownership rates, and rental costs
Benchmarks vs State & National
Median Home Value
20% below New Mexico avg·31% below national avg
Median Monthly Rent
21% below New Mexico avg·25% below national avg
Home Ownership Rate
4% below New Mexico avg·4% below national avg
Housing Cost Burden
13% below New Mexico avg·12% below national avg
Housing Units
8,139
Households
5,419
Ownership & Cost Burden
Persons per Household?Average number of people living in each occupied housing unit.
2.1
Median Owner Costs (w/ Mortgage)?Typical monthly costs for homeowners with a mortgage, including principal, interest, taxes, and insurance.Learn more →
$1,031
Broadband Subscription?Percent of households with a broadband internet subscription.Learn more →
81.0%
Educational attainment among adults
Benchmarks vs State & National
Bachelor's Degree Rate
32% below New Mexico avg·32% below national avg
High School Graduation Rate
3% above New Mexico avg·2% above national avg
Attainment
Health & Access
With Disability (under 65)?Percent of residents under 65 with a cognitive, physical, or sensory disability.Learn more →
19.7%
Without Health Insurance (under 65)?Percent of residents under 65 who lack any form of health insurance coverage.Learn more →
6.1%
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