Hidalgo County's estimated 2026 population is 3,907 with a growth rate of -0.56% in the past year according to the most recent United States census data. Hidalgo County is the 29th largest county in New Mexico. The 2010 population was 4,865 and has seen a growth of -19.69% since that time.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.6 years
Female: 43.5 years
Male: 42.4 years
There are 3,179 adults, (943 of whom are seniors) in Hidalgo County.
Female: 2,095 (51.8%)
Male: 1,946 (48.2%)
The racial composition of Hidalgo County includes 55.73% White, 9.53% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,252 | 55.73% |
| Two or more races | 1,349 | 33.38% |
| Other race | 385 | 9.53% |
| Asian | 39 | 0.97% |
| Native American | 16 | 0.4% |
Hidalgo County's average per capita income is $34,162. Household income levels show a median of $48,882. The poverty rate stands at 23.08%.
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $75,833 | - |
| Families | $67,558 | $76,876 |
| Households | $48,882 | $65,510 |
| Non Families | $26,808 | $33,947 |
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