New Mexico State Population

New Mexico's 2.1 million residents.

New Mexico's population, currently just over 2.1 million, reflects a rich and complex history of demographic change. After millennia of indigenous presence, early Spanish colonization saw initial growth followed by periods of fluctuation and slow expansion under Mexican and early American territorial rule. Significant population booms occurred in the mid-20th century, driven by federal investments in defense and scientific research, particularly with the establishment of sites like Los Alamos. While growth has continued into the 21st century, it has generally lagged the national average, often characterized by modest natural increase (births exceeding deaths) sometimes offset by fluctuating or negative net migration. Current trends also highlight an aging demographic and the state's notably high proportions of Hispanic and Native American residents, with the majority of the population concentrated in urban centers like Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Las Cruces.

Data Source: US Census Bureau