New Mexico Race & Ethnicity Demographics (2024)
Racial distribution and diversity statistics for New Mexico
New Mexico Diversity Indicators (2024)
Total Population
2,120,246
Diversity Score
62.7
Diversity Tier
High
Largest Group
Hispanic or Latino
48.4%%
New Mexico Racial & Ethnic Breakdown
New Mexico Historical Diversity Trend (2010–2024)
Since 2010, the diversity index of New Mexico has increased slightly.
New Mexico Population by Race & Ethnicity
| Race / Ethnicity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,026,614 | 48.4% |
| White (Non-Hispanic) | 762,421 | 36.0% |
| Native American | 179,996 | 8.5% |
| Two or More Races | 66,357 | 3.1% |
| Black / African American | 38,573 | 1.8% |
| Asian | 34,610 | 1.6% |
| Other Race | 10,434 | 0.5% |
| Pacific Islander | 1,241 | 0.1% |
Diversity & Demographics FAQs for New Mexico
The largest racial or ethnic group in New Mexico is Hispanic or Latino, which makes up 48.4% of the total population.
Since 2010, the diversity index for New Mexico has increased slightly. The area currently has a diversity score of 62.7/100, which is considered a High level of diversity.