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Farmington Metro Area

NM · 36 cities · 102,119 population

102,119 Total Population
36 Cities & Towns
$48,321 Avg Income
$138,939 Avg Home Value
$891 Avg Rent
15.1% Bachelor's+

Largest Cities in Farmington Metro

Farmington, NM

Pop 46,339
Income $63,745
Home $225,400

Shiprock, NM

Pop 8,339
Income $41,563
Home $101,500

Bloomfield, NM

Pop 7,391
Income $51,212
Home $167,800

Aztec, NM

Pop 6,177
Income $42,699
Home $164,700

Lee Acres, NM

Pop 4,463
Income $50,846
Home $182,200

Crouch Mesa, NM

Pop 4,419
Income $56,676
Home $76,800

West Hammond, NM

Pop 2,519
Income $49,795
Home $185,800

Flora Vista, NM

Pop 2,215
Income $43,799
Home $195,200

La Plata, NM

Pop 2,185
Income $54,801
Home $187,000

Angustura, NM

Pop 2,024
Income $52,948
Home $191,300

Lukachukai, AZ

Pop 1,876
Income $34,191
Home $48,200

Tsaile, AZ

Pop 1,667
Income $40,500
Home $43,900

The Farmington metropolitan area is the 295th largest metro area in the United States, with a total population of 102,119 spread across 36 cities and towns in NM. Anchored by Farmington, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.

Residents of the Farmington metro area earn an average household income of $48,321, while the average home value sits at $138,939. Renters in the area pay an average of $891 per month, making the cost of living relatively affordable compared to the national average. About 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's growing workforce.

The Farmington metro reports an average violent crime rate of 705.6 per 1,000 residents, which is above the national average. Property crime averages 3,733.6 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 52.3°F, with distinct four-season weather. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 27.6%, suggesting economic challenges in parts of the region.

With 36 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the Farmington metro area offers a wide variety of living options. From bustling city neighborhoods to quiet suburban communities, the metro provides options for families, young professionals, and retirees alike. Explore the full list of cities below to find detailed data on population, income, housing costs, and more.

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Avg Annual Temperature52.3°F
Avg January Temp30.5°F
Avg July Temp75.2°F
Avg Annual Precipitation8.9"

Safety

Avg Violent Crime Rate705.6 per 1K
Avg Property Crime Rate3733.6 per 1K

Economy

Avg Unemployment Rate4.9%
Avg Poverty Rate27.6%
Avg Median Age40.4

All 36 Cities in Farmington Metro Area

1 Farmington NM 46,339
2 Shiprock NM 8,339
3 Bloomfield NM 7,391
4 Aztec NM 6,177
5 Lee Acres NM 4,463
6 Crouch Mesa NM 4,419
7 West Hammond NM 2,519
8 Flora Vista NM 2,215
9 La Plata NM 2,185
10 Angustura NM 2,024
11 Lukachukai AZ 1,876
12 Tsaile AZ 1,667
13 South River NM 1,594
14 Upper Fruitland NM 1,496
15 Waterflow NM 1,215
16 Spencerville NM 1,100
17 Napi Headquarters NM 691
18 Kirtland NM 575
19 North Light Plant NM 573
20 Round Rock AZ 543
21 Fruitland NM 521
22 Nenahnezad NM 451
23 Blanco NM 427
24 Naschitti NM 401
25 Ojo Amarillo NM 380
26 Newcomb NM 369
27 Sheep Springs NM 369
28 Crystal NM 302
29 Nageezi NM 279
30 Sanostee NM 259
31 Turley NM 250
32 Totah Vista NM 240
33 Sehili AZ 190
34 Lybrook NM 117
35 Lake Valley NM 87
36 Red Rock CDP (Apache County) AZ 76