Dona Ana, New Mexico County is located in the southern part of the state and it has a population of 218,157 people with a density of 58 people per square mile. The county offers rich culture, small town charm, and plenty of year-round outdoor activities for everyone. Local businesses include the Mesilla Valley Mall which features many shops and restaurants for locals to visit. Other organizations in the area include the Dona Ana Historical Museum which houses objects from throughout the county's history and their vibrant art community. For outdoor recreational activities, visitors can explore White Sands National Park or enjoy fishing at one of the many lakes located in this rural county. Sporting events such as race car rallies and motocross tournaments are also popular among residents and visitors alike.
The population in Dona Ana County is 218,157. There are 57 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Dona Ana County is 33.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Dona Ana County is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Dona Ana County
- 45.7% are married
- 10.4% are divorced
- 31.1% are married with children
- 20.9% have children, but are single
Race in Dona Ana County
- 28.0% are White
- 1.6% are Black
- 1.0% are Asian
- 0.7% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 67.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander