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Truchas

New Mexico · 528 residents · 6.929 sq mi
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The city has grown rapidly, with population up 90% since 2023. 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. With a median age of 65.5, the population is older than the US median of 38.9.

At a glance
Older
median age 65.5
US median: 38.9
Less educated
15% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 36%
Owner-heavy
84% owner-occupied
US average: 65%
Section 01

Population & growth

Total population
528
+90%since 2023
from 278 in 2023
2010 – 2024
Population density
76 / sq mi
+90%since 2023
from 40 / sq mi in 2023
US average: 281
Median age
65.5
−2%since 2023
from 66.8 in 2023
US average: 38.9
Population, 2010 – 2024
863556248931K201020202024Truchas
2024528
201020202024
Section 02

Income & economy

Per capita income
$53,876
+81%since 2023
from $29,769 in 2023
US average: $44,673
Households earning $100K+
58.1%
+36.1 ptssince 2023
from 22.1% in 2023
US average: 53.3%
Poverty rate
8.3%
−11.5 ptssince 2023
from 19.8% in 2023
US average: 12.5%
Income inequality (Gini)
0.254
−6%since 2023
from 0.271 in 2023
US average: 0.476
Workforce by industry, 2024
Information67.6%
US avg: 10.8%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing0%
US avg: 1.6%
Construction0%
US avg: 1.2%
Manufacturing0%
US avg: 0.4%
Wholesale trade0%
US avg: 6.9%
Retail trade0%
US avg: 9.9%
Transportation & warehousing0%
US avg: 2.2%
Finance & insurance0%
US avg: 5.9%
Professional, scientific, technical0%
US avg: 5.1%
Education & health services0%
US avg: 0.9%
Arts, entertainment, food0%
US avg: 1.9%
Other services0%
US avg: 6.7%
Public administration0%
US avg: 4.8%
BARS: THIS PLACE · TICKS: US AVERAGE
Section 03

Housing

Median home value
$315,800
US average: $376,019
2010 – 2024
Owner-occupied
84.5%
+31.5 ptssince 2023
from 52.9% in 2023
15.5% rent
Vacancy rate
15.0%
−15.2 ptssince 2023
from 30.3% in 2023
US average: 10.0%
Owner cost-burdened
0.0%
−12.5 ptssince 2023
from 12.5% in 2023
US average: 22.9%
Renter cost-burdened
100.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 100.0% in 2023
US average: 47.4%
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Section 04

Race & ethnicity

2023
White, non-Hispanic42.1%(117)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino53.6%(149)
Asian0%(0)
Other4.3%(12)
Diversity Score66.7%(185)
2024
White, non-Hispanic18.8%(99)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino81.3%(429)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%(0)
Diversity Score38.1%(201)
Diversity Score
38
−43%since 2023
from 67 in 2023
2010 – 2024
Section 05

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher
14.6%
−15.5 ptssince 2023
from 30.2% in 2023
US average: 35.6%
High school or higher
100.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 100.0% in 2023
US average: 89.6%
Graduate degree
6.7%
−1.7 ptssince 2023
from 8.4% in 2023
US average: 14.0%
Section 06

Commute & transportation

Drive alone to work
99.3%
+99.3 ptssince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 68.9%
Carpooled to work
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 8.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 3.2%
Worked from home
0.0%
−95.7 ptssince 2023
from 95.7% in 2023
US average: 15.0%
Walked to work
0.7%
−3.6 ptssince 2023
from 4.3% in 2023
US average: 2.4%
Biked to work
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 0.4%
No vehicle available
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 8.3%
Section 07

Work & employment

Unemployment rate
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 5.2%
Labor force participation
25.8%
+9.2 ptssince 2023
from 16.5% in 2023
US average: 63.5%
Self-employed
0.0%
−26.1 ptssince 2023
from 26.1% in 2023
US average: 13.1%
Management & professional
32.4%
−65.5 ptssince 2023
from 97.8% in 2023
US average: 42.5%
Section 08

People & community

Male
61.7%
−11.6 ptssince 2023
from 73.4% in 2023
Female
38.3%
+11.6 ptssince 2023
from 26.6% in 2023
Foreign born
0.0%
−4.0 ptssince 2023
from 4.0% in 2023
US average: 14.1%
Veterans
2.3%
−1.3 ptssince 2023
from 3.6% in 2023
US average: 6.2%
With a disability
32.6%
+26.1 ptssince 2023
from 6.5% in 2023
US average: 13.3%
Uninsured
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 0.0% in 2023
US average: 8.4%
Broadband at home
86.3%
+15.7 ptssince 2023
from 70.6% in 2023
US average: 91.0%
English only at home
25.6%
+2.9 ptssince 2023
from 22.7% in 2023
US average: 77.7%
Spanish at home
74.4%
+5.4 ptssince 2023
from 69.1% in 2023
US average: 13.6%
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Frequently asked

How many people live in Truchas, New Mexico?

Truchas, New Mexico has about 528 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

Is Truchas, New Mexico expensive?

In Truchas, New Mexico, the median home is worth about $315,800.

How educated are people in Truchas, New Mexico?

About 14.6% of adults age 25 and over in Truchas, New Mexico hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in Truchas, New Mexico?

About 8.3% of people in Truchas, New Mexico live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024

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