County · New Mexico
Colfax County, New Mexico
Colfax County, New Mexico. Colfax County had 12,184 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 1.6% since 2020, while New Mexico grew 0.4%. It holds 7 places (6 cities, villages and boroughs and 1 census-designated) and 3 census tracts. GEOID 35007.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
12,184
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 12,387 · ACS 2020-2024: 12,322
Median household income
$53,554
±$3,097 (90% margin)
New Mexico: $64,059
Median home value
$167,200
±$14,811 (90% margin)
New Mexico: $248,100
Median gross rent
$729
±$59 (90% margin)
New Mexico: $1,067
How many people live in Colfax County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 12,387 residents in Colfax County. The Census Bureau estimates 12,184 for July 1, 2025, down 1.6% since 2020, while New Mexico grew 0.4%. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 12,322 over 3,758 square miles of land.
| Measure | Colfax County | New Mexico | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 12,322 | 2,120,246 | +154 |
| Households | 5,368±242 | 837,414 | −485 |
| Average household size | 2.17±0.10 | 2.48 | +0.19 |
| Housing units | 9,607±40 | 956,964 | −677 |
Colfax County's population since 2000
From 14,189 in 2000 to 12,184 in 2025: down 14.1%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Colfax County?
Colfax County holds 7 places: 6 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Raton with 5,952 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Raton | 6,041 | $52,641 |
|---|---|---|
| Angel Fire | 1,192 | $107,554 |
| Springer | 931 | $50,345 |
| Cimarron | 792 | $41,324 |
| Eagle NestGEOID 3522020 | 315 | $57,692 |
| Maxwell | 224 | $31,667 |
| Ute ParkGEOID 3581450 | 63 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Colfax County?
The median resident of Colfax County is 49.1 years old; 17.5% are under 18 and 28.8% are 65 or older. The largest group is Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 47.6%, then non-Hispanic white residents at 47.4%. 4.3% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Colfax County | New Mexico | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 49.1±0.4 | 39.4 | −1.1 |
| Under 18 years | 17.5%±0.4 pts | 21.7% | – |
| 65 years and over | 28.8%±0.3 pts | 19.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 47.6% | 48.4% | −1.8 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 47.4%±0.3 pts | 36.0% | +0.7 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.5%±0.3 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 1.6% | – |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 1.1%±0.7 pts | 8.5% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.3 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.0%±0.8 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 4.3%±1.7 pts | 9.4% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 19.0%±2.4 pts | 31.3% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.3%±1.6 pts | 7.9% | – |
| With a disability | 26.3%±3.2 pts | 17.0% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 10.1%±2.8 pts | 9.6% | +4.1 pts |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 90.3%±2.2 pts | 88.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 25.4%±3.1 pts | 31.0% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 9.2%±2.0 pts | 13.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 3.0%±1.4 pts | 3.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Colfax County earn?
Half of Colfax County's 5,368 households earn less than $53,554 a year (±$3,097), against $64,059 in New Mexico. In 2015-2019 the median was $44,677 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $8,877 after inflation. 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Colfax County | New Mexico | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $53,554±$3,097 | $64,059 | +$8,877 |
| Mean household income | $70,247±$5,493 | $88,155 | – |
| Per capita income | $32,110±$2,311 | $36,218 | no clear change |
| People below the poverty line | 18.2%±3.2 pts | 17.8% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 33.4%±9.0 pts | 24.0% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 23.4%±3.0 pts | 19.2% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 81.3%±3.1 pts | 86.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Colfax County?
Owners occupy 71.8% of Colfax County's occupied homes and renters 28.2%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $167,200 by its owner (±$14,811). The median renter pays $729 a month including utilities, and 34.1% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Colfax County | New Mexico | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $167,200±$14,811 | $248,100 | +$38,223 |
| Median gross rent | $729±$59 | $1,067 | −$103 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 34.1%±8.4 pts | 41.7% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,274±$115 | $1,564 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 71.8%±4.0 pts | 70.0% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 9,607±40 | 956,964 | −677 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 2.3%±1.9 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 6.5%±2.9 pts | 5.9% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 72.7%±3.1 pts | 64.5% | – |
| Mobile homes | 14.4%±2.5 pts | 15.5% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.2%±0.2 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 14.2%±2.1 pts | 4.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Colfax County building?
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Colfax County get to work?
69.0% of Colfax County's workers drive alone and 12.0% work from home. The average trip to work takes 19.9 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.8%.
| Measure | Colfax County | New Mexico | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 48.0%±3.1 pts | 57.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.8%±2.1 pts | 6.0% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 69.0%±5.7 pts | 73.6% | – |
| Carpooled | 14.3%±4.5 pts | 9.9% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.8%±0.8 pts | 0.6% | – |
| Walked | 1.6%±1.2 pts | 1.9% | – |
| Worked from home | 12.0%±3.1 pts | 12.2% | +5.4 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 19.9 min±3.0 | 23.5 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Colfax County's census tracts?
Colfax County is divided into 3 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $48,947 (Tract 9506) to $57,500 (Tract 9505).
| Tract 950535007950500 | 4,523±353 | $57,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 950635007950600 | 2,605±342 | $48,947 |
| Tract 950735007950700 | 5,194±270 | $54,755 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Colfax County compare with New Mexico's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 24th of 33 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 18th of 33 |
| Residents per square mile | 23rd of 33 |
| Median household income | 16th of 32 |
| Median home value | 16th of 32 |
| Median gross rent | 25th of 31 |
| Poverty rate | 23rd of 33 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 13th of 33 |
| Median age | 7th of 33 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
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