La Mesilla, NM is a small town located in Dona Ana County with a population of 2,515 people and a population density of 528 people per square mile. While the US has an average population density of 93 people per square mile, La Mesilla's population density is significantly higher.
In La Mesilla, visitors will find plenty to do with year-round outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, and more. Visitors can also visit local businesses like Dorothy’s Tamales or The Little Toad Creek Brewery & Distillery for something to eat or drink. There are other organizations in the area like the Doña Ana Arts Council which puts on numerous events and exhibitions throughout the year. Last but not least, one can watch sports events like high school football games at the local stadium.
The population in La Mesilla is 2,515. There are 565 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in La Mesilla is 43.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in La Mesilla is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in La Mesilla
- 45.4% are married
- 15.0% are divorced
- 19.5% are married with children
- 11.2% have children, but are single
Race in La Mesilla
- 32.9% are White
- 0.2% are Black
- 0.2% are Asian
- 1.5% are Native American
- 0.8% claim Other
- 62.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander