Santa Fe County

As of the latest available data, Santa Fe County, NM, has a population of approximately 155,000 people. The racial composition includes roughly 50% Hispanic or Latino, 43% White non-Hispanic, 3% Native American, and 1% African American. The median household income is around $57,000, with a poverty rate close to 13%. The gender distribution is fairly balanced, with females making up about 52% of the population and males 48%. The median age in Santa Fe County is approximately 45 years.

As of 2023, the median home value in Santa Fe County, NM is approximately $540,000. The average monthly rent for a one-bedroom apartment is around $1,500. The homeownership rate is about 67%, with a median household income near $63,000. The housing market has seen a year-over-year appreciation rate of roughly 8%. Inventory is somewhat limited, contributing to competitive conditions and higher prices.

As of the last available update in 2022, Santa Fe County, NM, held elections for various federal, state, and local positions. Key races included:

1. U.S. House District 3: Incumbent Teresa Leger Fernandez (Democrat) faced Alexis Martinez Johnson (Republican).

2. Governor: Incumbent Michelle Lujan Grisham (Democrat) was challenged by Mark Ronchetti (Republican).

3. State Legislature: Various seats, including Senate District 39 with Joseph Cervantes (Democrat) and Senate District 36 with David M. Gallegos (Republican).

4. County Commission: Multiple districts, including District 1 with Justin Greene and District 3 with Anna Hansen.

Turnout in the 2022 General Election for Santa Fe County was around 73%, with thousands of votes cast across different races. Detailed vote counts and outcome specifics can be accessed via Santa Fe County’s Clerk website or the New Mexico Secretary of State's office.

As of recent data, Santa Fe County, NM has a higher education level compared to national and state averages. Approximately 41.6% of residents aged 25 and over hold at least a bachelor’s degree, significantly above the national average of 33.1% and the New Mexico state average of 27.4%. Furthermore, around 17.8% possess a graduate or professional degree, which also surpasses the national average of roughly 12.8%. High school graduation rates in the county are at 91.2%, higher than the national rate of 88.6% and the state rate of 89.6%. This indicates Santa Fe County is relatively well-educated, particularly in terms of higher education attainment.

As of the most recent data, Santa Fe County in New Mexico has an employment rate of approximately 96.5%, with a labor force participation rate of about 61.5%. The unemployment rate stands at around 3.5%, which is lower than the national average of approximately 4.0%.

Top industries in Santa Fe County include government and public administration, healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, tourism, and arts, entertainment, and recreation. Government employment is particularly significant due to the presence of state government offices and various public sector agencies.

Compared to state and national averages, Santa Fe County has a higher concentration of jobs in government and tourism sectors. The state's employment in government averages around 22%, whereas in Santa Fe County, it can be as high as 35%. Nationally, government employment is closer to 15%, emphasizing Santa Fe's unique job market dynamics.

As of the latest data, the median household income in Santa Fe County, NM, stands at approximately $59,700. Comparatively, the median household income for the entire state of New Mexico is around $51,945, while the national median household income in the United States is about $68,700.

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Santa Fe County's income surpasses the state average but falls below the national median. These figures illustrate the relative economic standing of Santa Fe within broader regional and national contexts.

As of the latest available data, Santa Fe County, NM, reports varied crime rates. The crime rate per 1,000 residents stands at approximately 21.07. Below is a summary of different types of crimes and their reported incidents per 1,000 people:

Note: Crime rates are subject to change and depend on yearly reports. It is advisable to consult the latest reports from the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Office or local law enforcement agencies for up-to-date statistics.