New Mexico State Data
Connect with Your State Leaders in New Mexico
Meet the key players in New Mexico's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for New Mexico.
Michelle Lujan GrishamGovernorDemocraticThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Maggie Toulouse OliverSecretary of StateDemocraticOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Javier I. MartínezSpeaker of the HouseDemocraticLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
New Mexico Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
New Mexico sends 2 Senators and 3 Representatives to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 2 seats are up for election in 2026.
Martin HeinrichU.S. SenateDemocraticWon 2024 with 55.1%
Ben Ray LujánU.S. SenateDemocraticWon 2020 with 51.7%Up in 2026
Melanie Ann StansburyU.S. House • New Mexico U.S. House New Mexico District 1Democratic
Gabriel VasquezU.S. House • New Mexico U.S. House New Mexico District 2Democratic
Teresa Leger FernandezU.S. House • New Mexico U.S. House New Mexico District 3DemocraticWon 2024 with 56.3%Up in 2026
2020 Census & ACS Snapshot
Key statewide indicators for New Mexico. Gauge bars show how this state compares to the national average.
Updated: 2026-04-06 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
2.1 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
39.2 years
0.5 yr above national avg
Median Household Income
$62,125
$16,413 below national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
30.2%
4.8% below national avg
HS diploma or higher: 87.7%
Poverty Rate
18.1%
5.7% above national avg
Uninsured: 9.5%
Broadband Access
84.2% of households
5.5% below national avg
What is the total population of New Mexico?
New Mexico has 2.1 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
What is the median age in New Mexico?
The median age in New Mexico is 39.2 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
What is the median household income in New Mexico?
The median household income in New Mexico is $62,125. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
What share of adults in New Mexico have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In New Mexico, 87.7% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 30.2% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, the poverty rate is 18.1% and the uninsured rate is 9.5%.
How many households in New Mexico have broadband?
In New Mexico, broadband access is 84.2% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
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New Mexico Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of New Mexico (2020)?
New Mexico has 2.1 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in New Mexico?
The median age in New Mexico is 39.2 years.
What is the median household income in New Mexico?
The median household income in New Mexico is $62,125.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, the poverty rate is 18.1% and the uninsured rate is 9.5%.
How many households in New Mexico have broadband?
In New Mexico, broadband access is 84.2% of households.