Albuquerque, NM
ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 11.30.20)
AGE IN ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 38,648 | 6.9% |
| 25 to 29 years | 44,282 | 7.9% |
| 30 to 34 years | 43,346 | 7.7% |
| 35 to 39 years | 41,091 | 7.3% |
| 40 to 44 years | 30,718 | 5.5% |
| 45 to 49 years | 33,920 | 6.1% |
| 50 to 54 years | 33,664 | 6.0% |
| 55 to 59 years | 37,739 | 6.7% |
| 60 to 64 years | 33,382 | 6.0% |
| 65 to 69 years | 28,218 | 5.0% |
| 70 to 74 years | 24,743 | 4.4% |
| 75 to 79 years | 14,101 | 2.5% |
| 80 to 84 years | 9,888 | 1.8% |
| 85+ years | 11,461 | 2.0% |
The median age in Albuquerque is 37.2 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 435,061 | 77.7% |
| Black or African American | 18,280 | 3.3% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 25,410 | 4.5% |
| Asian | 17,866 | 3.2% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 65 | 0.0% |
| Other | 36,691 | 6.5% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 14,422 | 3.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 26,778 | 6.9% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 89,396 | 23.0% |
| Some college, no degree | 81,856 | 21.1% |
| Associate’s degree | 35,046 | 9.0% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 80,519 | 20.8% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 59,965 | 15.5% |
| High school graduate or higher | 346,782 | 89.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 140,484 | 36.2% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 247,498 | 63.8% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 8.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 11.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 13.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 4.7% |
| $200,000 or more | 4.3% |
Median household income: $51,128
Mean household income: $69,996
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $20,753 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $27,828 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $31,307 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $46,288 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $62,002 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 460,614 | NA |
| Never married | 176,962 | 38.4% |
| Now married (except separated) | 181,051 | 39.3% |
| Separated | 6,437 | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 27,327 | 5.9% |
| Divorced | 68,837 | 14.9% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 97,504 | 17.6% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
| Owner-occupied housing units | 132,859 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 89,889 |
| Single-family detached units | 153,083 |
| Homeownership rate | 59.6% |
| Vacancy rate | 8.9% |
| Renters rate | 40.4% |
| Average housing value | $219,671 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with/mortgage) | $996 |
| Average rent | $811 |
Source: US Census; htps://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013Cand the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
| Average income | $69,996 |
| Average household size | 2.48 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 63.9% |
| Percent disabled | 13.2% |
| Percent with health coverage | 91.1% |
| Average travel time to work | 21.6 minutes |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 2.0% |
| Percent veterans | 8.9% |
| Percent foreign born | 10.0% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 5.9% |
Source US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $61,603.51 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $479.00 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $284.57 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $82.90 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $42.36 |
| Apparel & services | $1,791.97 |
| Men’s apparel | $346.95 |
| Women’s apparel | $595.27 |
| Children’s apparel | $277.00 |
| Boys’ apparel | $94.00 |
| Girls’ apparel | $104.12 |
| Footwear | $405.29 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,077.13 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $314.23 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $959.91 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,427.78 |
| Education | $1,266.00 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,660.72 |
| Club membership fees | $192.38 |
| Dating services | $0.64 |
| Pet food | $209.57 |
| Pet services | $54.90 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,294.68 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $563.45 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $439.86 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $843.62 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $950.12 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $418.73 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,497.63 |
| Health care | $4,830.88 |
| Medical services | $905.72 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $118.76 |
| Household Services | $1,685.17 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $58.07 |
| Lawn and garden services | $362.98 |
| Housekeeping services | $146.72 |
| PC repair | $5.64 |
| Housing | $19,360.78 |
| Home improvements | $2,121.54 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,009.51 |
| Phone services | $1,464.08 |
| Water | $602.90 |
| Life and other insurance | $357.67 |
| Pensions and social security | $6,628.67 |
| Personal care products and services | $747.14 |
| Hair care products | $90.12 |
| Personal care products | $322.76 |
| Local transportation | $7,080.86 |
| Gasoline | $1,847.51 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $978.81 |
| Travel | $1,818.97 |
| Airline fares | $446.33 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $21.73 |
| Lodging on trips | $492.85 |
| Food and drink on trips | $440.58 |
| Entertainment on trips | $154.50 |
Source US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN BERNALILLO COUNTY (home to ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO)
| % with any debt in collections | 37% |
| Average debt in collections | $1,525 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 23% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $692 |
| % with student loan debt | 15% |
| Average student loan debt | $19,379 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $179 |
| % with auto debt | 31% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (217)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 13,125 | 3.8% |
| February 2019 | 12,609 | 3.5% |
| March 2019 | 11,811 | 3.3% |
| April 2019 | 11,061 | 2.9% |
| May 2019 | 11,321 | 2.7% |
| June 2019 | 14,116 | 3.1% |
| July 2019 | 14,026 | 3.0% |
| August 2019 | 12,800 | 2.8% |
| September 2019 | 12,065 | 2.6% |
| October 2019 | 12,127 | 2.6% |
| November 2019 | 11,836 | 2.5% |
| December 2019 | 11,350 | 2.5% |
| January 2020 | 12,444 | 3.0% |
| February 2020 | 12,563 | 3.1% |
| March 2020 | 15,568 | 5.7% |
| April 2020 | 34,271 | 13.6% |
| May 2020 | 24,885 | 12.2% |
| June 2020 | 24,804 | 13.1% |
| July 2020 | 35,436 | 9.7% |
| August 2020 | 29,853 | 8.9% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.ls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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