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Santa Fe Metro Area

NM · 43 cities · 127,142 population

127,142 Total Population
43 Cities & Towns
$97,505 Avg Income
$482,666 Avg Home Value
$1,283 Avg Rent
43.8% Bachelor's+

Largest Cities in Santa Fe Metro

Santa Fe, NM

Pop 88,224
Income $70,110
Home $411,500

Las Vegas, NM

Pop 13,120
Income $42,732
Home $143,900

Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM

Pop 5,746
Income $96,692
Home $542,800

Chimayo, NM

Pop 2,726
Income $52,305
Home $214,000

Nambe, NM

Pop 2,045
Income $45,341
Home $259,700

Tano Road, NM

Pop 1,581
Income $166,649
Home $1,019,600

Pecos, NM

Pop 1,145
Income $69,327
Home $260,000

Tesuque, NM

Pop 1,087
Income $52,273
Home $877,600

Cañoncito, NM

Pop 946
Income $72,072
Home $402,400

Sunlit Hills, NM

Pop 888
Income $146,750
Home $869,400

La Cueva CDP (Santa Fe County), NM

Pop 724
Income $105,385
Home $371,100

Santa Fe Foothills, NM

Pop 710
Income $192,630
Home $1,111,500

The Santa Fe metropolitan area is the 261st largest metro area in the United States, with a total population of 127,142 spread across 43 cities and towns in NM. Anchored by Santa Fe, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.

Residents of the Santa Fe metro area earn an average household income of $97,505, while the average home value sits at $482,666. Renters in the area pay an average of $1,283 per month, making the cost of living moderate compared to the national average. About 43.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's highly educated workforce.

The Santa Fe metro reports an average violent crime rate of 526.0 per 1,000 residents, which is above the national average. Property crime averages 3,967.0 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 51.4°F, with distinct four-season weather. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 23.5%, suggesting economic challenges in parts of the region.

With 43 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the Santa Fe 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 Temperature51.4°F
Avg January Temp32.5°F
Avg July Temp71.5°F
Avg Annual Precipitation14.7"

Safety

Avg Violent Crime Rate526.0 per 1K
Avg Property Crime Rate3967.0 per 1K

Economy

Avg Unemployment Rate7.8%
Avg Poverty Rate23.5%
Avg Median Age53.2

All 43 Cities in Santa Fe Metro Area

1 Santa Fe NM 88,224
2 Las Vegas NM 13,120
3 Eldorado at Santa Fe NM 5,746
4 Chimayo NM 2,726
5 Nambe NM 2,045
6 Tano Road NM 1,581
7 Pecos NM 1,145
8 Tesuque NM 1,087
9 Cañoncito NM 946
10 Sunlit Hills NM 888
11 La Cueva CDP (Santa Fe County) NM 724
12 Santa Fe Foothills NM 710
13 Glorieta NM 559
14 Rowe NM 555
15 East Pecos NM 529
16 Mora NM 518
17 Conejo NM 507
18 Cañada de los Alamos NM 487
19 Peak Place NM 483
20 Tecolotito NM 432
21 Tesuque Pueblo NM 427
22 Hyde Park NM 338
23 Cuyamungue Grant NM 331
24 Ribera NM 324
25 North San Ysidro NM 323
26 Chupadero NM 309
27 Soham NM 275
28 Villanueva NM 250
29 Anton Chico NM 235
30 Arroyo Hondo CDP (Santa Fe County) NM 214
31 Rio Chiquito NM 211
32 Sena NM 157
33 Galisteo NM 141
34 Encantado NM 140
35 Lamy NM 115
36 Rio en Medio NM 64
37 San Jose CDP (San Miguel County) NM 52
38 Valencia CDP (Santa Fe County) NM 50
39 Llano del Medio NM 40
40 Pueblo NM 39
41 Tecolote NM 35
42 Stanley NM 31
43 Seton Village NM 29