Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.93 |
| Below Poverty | 21.5% ▲ 115% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.5% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.9% ▲ 40% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,634 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 27,460 (24.2%) |
| Some College | 13,039 (11.5%) |
| Associates | 18,268 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 11,763 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 40,088 (35.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,648 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $205,586 ▼ 26% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $909/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 88,737 |
| Vacant Units | 7,294 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Doña Ana County is located in New Mexico and encompasses 29 ZIP codes spanning 21 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 214,967 residents. With a median age of 35.12, it is a relatively young county.
Doña Ana County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,648 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.9%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 21.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Doña Ana County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $205,586 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $909. Homeownership rates are high at 65.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Doña Ana County are majority Hispanic (67.19%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 44.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Doña Ana County, NM is a solidly middle-class area in New Mexico. The 29 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88021 | Anthony | 16,102 | $49,345 | $151,400 | $605 | 7.9% | 36.2% |
| 88024 | Berino | 546 | $36,575 | — | — | 0.0% | 20.5% |
| 88027 | Chamberino | 589 | $62,361 | $183,300 | $836 | 9.1% | 34.0% |
| 87936 | Garfield | 249 | $21,393 | $130,800 | — | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 87937 | Hatch | 3,341 | $39,250 | $102,000 | $474 | 14.0% | 20.1% |
| 88044 | La Mesa | 2,684 | $60,855 | $194,000 | $540 | 9.7% | 36.3% |
| 88001 | Las Cruces | 38,972 | $32,978 | $158,300 | $797 | 8.7% | 41.9% |
| 88005 | Las Cruces | 27,017 | $51,770 | $207,100 | $899 | 9.8% | 46.6% |
| 88007 | Las Cruces | 25,750 | $65,022 | $232,200 | $794 | 6.2% | 42.0% |
| 88011 | Las Cruces | 31,143 | $75,139 | $315,100 | $1,053 | 4.0% | 61.6% |
| 88012 | Las Cruces | 32,888 | $66,988 | $222,300 | $1,210 | 7.2% | 49.8% |
| 88046 | Mesilla | 725 | $66,300 | $253,000 | — | 0.0% | 53.6% |
| 88047 | Mesilla Park | 1,410 | $39,814 | $109,600 | $522 | 6.0% | 43.9% |
| 88048 | Mesquite | 3,325 | $49,432 | $98,200 | $762 | 4.8% | 16.1% |
| 88052 | Organ | 151 | $240,903 | $121,500 | — | 0.0% | 37.6% |
| 87940 | Rincon | 431 | $55,320 | — | — | 0.0% | 9.9% |
| 87941 | Salem | 899 | $55,809 | $55,900 | — | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| 88008 | Santa Teresa | 11,776 | $69,502 | $228,800 | $1,191 | 3.8% | 51.1% |
| 88063 | Sunland Park | 11,282 | $35,947 | $121,900 | $763 | 3.2% | 25.0% |
| 88072 | Vado | 2,689 | $33,781 | $99,200 | $708 | 6.8% | 28.1% |
| 88002 | White Sands Missile Range | 1,577 | $87,059 | — | $1,288 | 0.0% | 58.1% |