Bernalillo County

As of the latest available data, Bernalillo County, NM, has a population of approximately 676,000 people. The racial and ethnic composition includes 49.8% Hispanic or Latino, 40.3% White, 4.0% Native American, 3.3% Black or African American, and 2.2% Asian. The median household income is around $53,000, and the population is nearly evenly split by gender with 51% female and 49% male. The county has a younger median age of about 37 years. Additionally, 89% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, and about 34% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of 2023, Bernalillo County, NM, features a median home value of approximately $280,000. The median rent is around $1,300 per month. Homeownership rate stands at 62.4%, with around 37.6% opting to rent. The area observes an annual appreciation rate of about 5.6%. Vacancy rates are low, reflecting a high demand for housing. Population growth and urban development in Albuquerque, the county seat, significantly influence these metrics.

Bernalillo County, NM, holds elections for various federal, state, and local offices. As of the latest data, the county has a diverse electorate of over 440,000 registered voters. In the 2022 Midterms, key races included:

• U.S. House of Representatives, NM-1: Incumbent Democrat Melanie Stansbury vs. Republican Michelle Garcia Holmes.
• New Mexico Governor: Incumbent Democrat Michelle Lujan Grisham faced Republican Mark Ronchetti.
• County Sheriff: Democrat John Allen vs. Republican Paul Pacheco.
• County Commissioner, District 5: Democrat Charlene Pyskoty vs. Libertarian Jason Vaillancourt.

Voters also decided on various judicial positions and ballot measures impacting local governance. Detailed turnout and results can be found on Bernalillo County's official election website and the New Mexico Secretary of State's portal.

Bernalillo County, NM, shows a fairly well-educated population. As of recent data:

• High school diploma or higher: 89.6%
• Bachelor's degree or higher: 32.7%

Comparatively, the national average for high school completion is approximately 88.5%, while the bachelor's degree attainment is around 33.1%. Within New Mexico, the state averages are slightly lower than Bernalillo County, with high school completion at 86.1% and bachelor's degrees at 27.7%.

Bernalillo County surpasses the state averages and aligns closely with national trends, indicating a relatively well-educated populace. This suggests better educational outcomes in Bernalillo County compared to the broader state but aligns closely with national figures.

As of the most recent data, Bernalillo County, NM, has an employment rate of approximately 57.3%, slightly below the national average of 60.4% and the state average of 56.6%. The county's labor force consists of about 347,000 people. Key industries include healthcare and social assistance (employing around 16.5% of the workforce), retail trade (11.7%), and educational services (10.4%). These sectors align with broader state trends but show slight variances from national concentrations where healthcare and social assistance also lead but are more closely matched by professional services and retail trade. The county emphasizes a growing tech sector and public administration roles, contributing to its unique economic landscape.

Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Census Bureau.

As of the most recent statistics, the average household income in Bernalillo County, NM, is approximately $57,945. This figure is lower than the national average household income, which is around $68,703. Compared to the state average, which hovers around $52,102, Bernalillo County fares slightly better.

These figures indicate that while Bernalillo County's average income is above the state average, it remains below the national average.

As of the latest data available, Bernalillo County, NM, has a higher crime rate compared to national averages. The violent crime rate stands at 13.23 per 1,000 residents, while the property crime rate is 44.56 per 1,000 residents. Below is a table summarizing various crime types:

Note: These values are approximations based on the most recent publicly available data and can vary over time.