Los Alamos County, NM

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Los Alamos County Overview

19,253
TOTAL POPULATION
9,884
MALE POPULATION
9,369
FEMALE POPULATION
105.50
MALES / 100 FEMALES
94.79
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$71,527
PER CAPITA INCOME
$158,708
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$135,801
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
35.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
64.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$7,953
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.39
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
10,575
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Los Alamos County Area Codes

Race in Los Alamos County

The most populous races in Los Alamos County are White / Caucasian (15,140 | 78.6%), Hispanic or Latino (3,525 | 18.3%), and Two or more Races (2,000 | 10.4%).
Race in Los Alamos County
Race# Population% Population
Asian1,0295.3%
Black / African American2241.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3,52518.3%
Native / Alaskan1830.9%
White / Caucasian15,14078.6%
Two or more Races2,00010.4%
Some other Race6773.5%
Total19,253100.0%

Ancestry in Los Alamos County

The most populous ancestries reported in Los Alamos County are English (3,430 | 17.8%), German (3,210 | 16.7%), Irish (2,031 | 10.5%), Mexican (1,763 | 9.2%), and European (1,114 | 5.8%), together accounting for 60.0% of all Los Alamos County residents.
Ancestry in Los Alamos County
Ancestry# Population% Population
African30.0%
American6663.5%
Apache10.0%
Arab760.4%
Argentinean100.1%
Armenian160.1%
Basque40.0%
Belgian1140.6%
Bhutanese1430.7%
British3421.8%
British West Indian420.2%
Burmese1760.9%
Canadian570.3%
Central American1861.0%
Central American Indian110.1%
Cherokee480.3%
Chippewa190.1%
Choctaw450.2%
Colombian470.2%
Colville130.1%
Croatian110.1%
Czech620.3%
Czechoslovakian70.0%
Danish1891.0%
Dutch1881.0%
Eastern European1931.0%
Ecuadorian150.1%
English3,43017.8%
Ethiopian430.2%
European1,1145.8%
Filipino840.4%
Finnish240.1%
French4592.4%
French Canadian1550.8%
German3,21016.7%
Greek800.4%
Guamanian / Chamorro310.2%
Guatemalan300.2%
Hungarian1060.5%
Indian (Asian)7644.0%
Irish2,03110.5%
Israeli110.1%
Italian7744.0%
Jamaican270.1%
Korean1440.7%
Laotian140.1%
Latvian240.1%
Lebanese520.3%
Lithuanian210.1%
Malaysian200.1%
Mexican1,7639.2%
Native Hawaiian630.3%
Navajo1350.7%
New Zealander100.1%
Nicaraguan1310.7%
Nigerian290.2%
Northern European580.3%
Norwegian3401.8%
Pakistani30.0%
Panamanian80.0%
Peruvian170.1%
Polish6373.3%
Portuguese1340.7%
Pueblo410.2%
Puerto Rican1140.6%
Romanian350.2%
Russian3131.6%
Samoan220.1%
Scandinavian2911.5%
Scotch-Irish2781.4%
Scottish6023.1%
Serbian420.2%
Slavic100.1%
Slovak290.2%
Slovene470.2%
South American890.5%
Spaniard2721.4%
Spanish8724.5%
Sri Lankan110.1%
Subsaharan African750.4%
Swedish2891.5%
Swiss1030.5%
Thai1380.7%
Turkish90.1%
Ukrainian1070.6%
Vietnamese450.2%
Welsh1450.7%
Yugoslavian90.1%
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Immigrants in Los Alamos County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Los Alamos County came from Asia (858 | 4.5%), Eastern Asia (626 | 3.3%), China (521 | 2.7%), Europe (485 | 2.5%), and Latin America (299 | 1.5%), together accounting for 14.5% of all Los Alamos County residents.
Immigrants in Los Alamos County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa720.4%
Argentina100.1%
Asia8584.5%
Austria130.1%
Bangladesh450.2%
Belarus100.1%
Bosnia and Herzegovina120.1%
Canada1100.6%
Caribbean590.3%
Central America1680.9%
China5212.7%
Colombia470.2%
Croatia50.0%
Czechoslovakia180.1%
Eastern Africa430.2%
Eastern Asia6263.3%
Eastern Europe2671.4%
Ecuador150.1%
England200.1%
Ethiopia430.2%
Europe4852.5%
Germany630.3%
Greece200.1%
Guatemala10.0%
India980.5%
Italy190.1%
Jamaica310.2%
Japan230.1%
Korea820.4%
Latin America2991.5%
Latvia90.1%
Mexico1670.9%
Netherlands170.1%
Nigeria290.2%
Northern Europe320.2%
Oceania100.1%
Pakistan80.0%
Philippines260.1%
Poland380.2%
Portugal200.1%
Romania80.0%
Russia430.2%
Serbia420.2%
South America720.4%
South Central Asia1510.8%
South Eastern Asia550.3%
Southern Europe830.4%
Spain240.1%
Switzerland100.1%
Taiwan810.4%
Turkey90.1%
Ukraine500.3%
Vietnam290.2%
Western Africa290.2%
Western Asia260.1%
Western Europe1030.5%
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Sex and Age in Los Alamos County

Sex and Age in Los Alamos County

The most populous age groups in Los Alamos County are 30 to 34 Years (898 | 9.1%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (780 | 8.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Los Alamos County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years445 (4.5%)476 (5.1%)
5 to 9 Years659 (6.7%)478 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Years567 (5.7%)740 (7.9%)
15 to 19 Years687 (7.0%)466 (5.0%)
20 to 24 Years391 (4.0%)458 (4.9%)
25 to 29 Years579 (5.9%)621 (6.6%)
30 to 34 Years898 (9.1%)576 (6.1%)
35 to 39 Years699 (7.1%)568 (6.1%)
40 to 44 Years671 (6.8%)568 (6.1%)
45 to 49 Years531 (5.4%)629 (6.7%)
50 to 54 Years623 (6.3%)646 (6.9%)
55 to 59 Years876 (8.9%)780 (8.3%)
60 to 64 Years624 (6.3%)574 (6.1%)
65 to 69 Years623 (6.3%)482 (5.1%)
70 to 74 Years334 (3.4%)490 (5.2%)
75 to 79 Years298 (3.0%)232 (2.5%)
80 to 84 Years107 (1.1%)306 (3.3%)
85 Years and over272 (2.8%)279 (3.0%)
Total9,884 (100.0%)9,369 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Los Alamos County

Median Family Size in Los Alamos County

The median family size in Los Alamos County is 2.95 persons per family, with single male/father families (277 | 5.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.32 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (484 | 9.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.50 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Los Alamos County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple4,468 (85.5%)2.97
Single Male/Father277 (5.3%)3.32
Single Female/Mother484 (9.3%)2.50
Total Families5,229 (100.0%)2.95

Median Household Size in Los Alamos County

The median household size in Los Alamos County is 2.35 persons per household, with single male/father households (277 | 3.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.57 persons per household. non-family households (2,920 | 35.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Los Alamos County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple4,468 (54.8%)3.01
Single Male/Father277 (3.4%)3.57
Single Female/Mother484 (5.9%)2.63
Non-family2,920 (35.8%)1.18
Total Households8,149 (100.0%)2.35

Household Size by Marriage Status in Los Alamos County

Out of a total of 8,149 households in Los Alamos County, 5,229 (64.2%) are family households, while 2,920 (35.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,620, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,440.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Los Alamos County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,440 (29.9%)
2-Person Households2,620 (32.2%)480 (5.9%)
3-Person Households1,167 (14.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households1,040 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households212 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households166 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households24 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,229 (64.2%)2,920 (35.8%)

Female Fertility in Los Alamos County

Fertility by Age in Los Alamos County

Average fertility rate in Los Alamos County is 73.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 133.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 74.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Los Alamos County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years15 (5.1%)32.0
20 to 34 years220 (74.8%)133.0
35 to 50 years59 (20.1%)31.0
Total294 (100.0%)73.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Los Alamos County

59.9% of women with births (294) in Los Alamos County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Los Alamos County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years117 (53.2%)103 (46.8%)
35 to 50 years59 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total176 (59.9%)118 (40.1%)

Fertility by Education in Los Alamos County

Average fertility rate in Los Alamos County is 73.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 181.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 32.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 31.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Los Alamos County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School15 (5.1%)32.0
High School Diploma93 (31.6%)181.0
College or Associate's Degree46 (15.7%)77.0
Bachelor's Degree70 (23.8%)58.0
Graduate Degree70 (23.8%)57.0
Total294 (100.0%)73.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Los Alamos County

40.1% of women with births in Los Alamos County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Los Alamos County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
High School Diploma36 (38.7%)57 (61.3%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total176 (59.9%)118 (40.1%)

Income in Los Alamos County

Income Overview in Los Alamos County

Per Capita Income in Los Alamos County is $71,527, while median incomes of families and households are $158,708 and $135,801 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income19,253$71,527
Median Family Income5,229$158,708
Mean Family Income5,229$196,231
Median Household Income8,149$135,801
Mean Household Income8,149$165,058
Income Deficit5,229$7,953
Wage / Income Gap (%)19,25335.69%
Wage / Income Gap ($)19,25364.31¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index19,2530.39

Earnings by Sex in Los Alamos County

Average Earnings in Los Alamos County are $83,135, $99,370 for men and $63,904 for women, a difference of 35.7%.
Earnings by Sex in Los Alamos County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male6,155 (55.2%)$99,370
Female4,990 (44.8%)$63,904
Total11,145 (100.0%)$83,135

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Los Alamos County

The most common earnings brackets in Los Alamos County are $100,000+ for men (3,046 | 49.5%) and $100,000+ for women (1,459 | 29.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Los Alamos County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less100 (1.6%)293 (5.9%)
$2,500 to $4,999127 (2.1%)96 (1.9%)
$5,000 to $7,499192 (3.1%)274 (5.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9998 (0.1%)27 (0.5%)
$10,000 to $12,499129 (2.1%)95 (1.9%)
$12,500 to $14,99991 (1.5%)139 (2.8%)
$15,000 to $17,49986 (1.4%)128 (2.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99962 (1.0%)42 (0.8%)
$20,000 to $22,49925 (0.4%)106 (2.1%)
$22,500 to $24,99968 (1.1%)90 (1.8%)
$25,000 to $29,999358 (5.8%)216 (4.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999259 (4.2%)53 (1.1%)
$35,000 to $39,999139 (2.3%)197 (4.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99977 (1.3%)188 (3.8%)
$45,000 to $49,999110 (1.8%)141 (2.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99976 (1.2%)148 (3.0%)
$55,000 to $64,999116 (1.9%)287 (5.8%)
$65,000 to $74,999195 (3.2%)431 (8.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999891 (14.5%)580 (11.6%)
$100,000+3,046 (49.5%)1,459 (29.2%)
Total6,155 (100.0%)4,990 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Los Alamos County

Average earnings in Los Alamos County are $107,838 for men and $72,955 for women, a difference of 32.4%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $141,438, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $77,500. Women with an educational attainment of less than high school earn the most with the average annual earnings of $116,193, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $39,435.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Los Alamos County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$77,500$39,435
Bachelor's Degree$112,692$63,031
Graduate Degree$141,438$96,563
Total$107,838$72,955

Family Income in Los Alamos County

Family Income Brackets in Los Alamos County

According to the Los Alamos County family income data, there are 1,867 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 35.7% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 31 families (0.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Los Alamos County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000310.6%
$10,000 to $14,999731.4%
$15,000 to $24,9991152.2%
$25,000 to $34,9991152.2%
$35,000 to $49,9991052.0%
$50,000 to $74,9992094.0%
$75,000 to $99,9993566.8%
$100,000 to $149,9991,30725.0%
$150,000 to $199,9991,04620.0%
$200,000+1,86735.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Los Alamos County

4-person families (997 | 19.1%) account for the highest median family income in Los Alamos County with $208,250 per family, while 2-person families (2,748 | 52.5%) have the highest median income of $75,310 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Los Alamos County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,748 (52.5%)$150,619
3-Person Families1,082 (20.7%)$165,875
4-Person Families997 (19.1%)$208,250
5-Person Families238 (4.5%)$115,000
6-Person Families154 (2.9%)$119,286
7+ Person Families10 (0.2%)$0
Total5,229 (100.0%)$158,708

Family Income by Number of Earners in Los Alamos County

The median family income in Los Alamos County is $158,708, with families comprising 3+ earners (337) having the highest median family income of $219,813, while families with no earners (801) have the lowest median family income of $119,485, accounting for 6.4% and 15.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Los Alamos County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners801 (15.3%)$119,485
1 Earner1,359 (26.0%)$135,250
2 Earners2,732 (52.2%)$190,385
3+ Earners337 (6.4%)$219,813
Total5,229 (100.0%)$158,708

Household Income in Los Alamos County

Household Income Brackets in Los Alamos County

With 2,143 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Los Alamos County, accounting for 26.3% of all households. In contrast, only 81 households (1.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Los Alamos County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001712.1%
$10,000 to $14,999811.0%
$15,000 to $24,9992122.6%
$25,000 to $34,9993183.9%
$35,000 to $49,9992853.5%
$50,000 to $74,9996608.1%
$75,000 to $99,9998079.9%
$100,000 to $149,9992,00524.6%
$150,000 to $199,9991,45917.9%
$200,000+2,14326.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Los Alamos County

The median household income in Los Alamos County is $135,801, with the highest median household income of $154,846 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,328 households (40.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 318 households (3.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Los Alamos County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years318 (3.9%)$0
25 to 44 Years2,572 (31.6%)$130,581
45 to 64 Years3,328 (40.8%)$154,846
65+ Years1,931 (23.7%)$133,717
Total8,149 (100.0%)$135,801

Poverty in Los Alamos County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Los Alamos County

With 3.2% poverty level for males and 4.2% for females among the residents of Los Alamos County, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 63 males (14.2%) and 151 females (27.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Los Alamos County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years63 (14.2%)36 (7.6%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years5 (0.5%)6 (0.8%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)5 (1.3%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years75 (11.2%)151 (27.9%)
25 to 34 Years62 (4.2%)54 (4.5%)
35 to 44 Years21 (1.5%)19 (1.7%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years74 (4.9%)51 (3.8%)
65 to 74 Years18 (1.9%)51 (5.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)19 (2.4%)
Total318 (3.2%)392 (4.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Los Alamos County

According to the poverty statistics in Los Alamos County, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Los Alamos County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years382 (85.8%)440 (92.4%)
5 Years65 (100.0%)77 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years919 (99.5%)722 (99.2%)
12 to 14 Years237 (100.0%)389 (98.7%)
15 Years134 (100.0%)87 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years269 (100.0%)289 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years592 (88.8%)391 (72.1%)
25 to 34 Years1,400 (95.8%)1,142 (95.5%)
35 to 44 Years1,345 (98.5%)1,117 (98.3%)
45 to 54 Years1,153 (100.0%)1,275 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years1,426 (95.1%)1,292 (96.2%)
65 to 74 Years939 (98.1%)910 (94.7%)
75 Years and over666 (100.0%)777 (97.6%)
Total9,527 (96.8%)8,908 (95.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Los Alamos County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Los Alamos County show that 1.7% or 74 of the total 4,468 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 3.9%, comprising of 12 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Los Alamos County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,575 (98.7%)35 (1.3%)
1 or 2 Children1,516 (98.3%)27 (1.8%)
3 or 4 Children293 (96.1%)12 (3.9%)
5 or more Children10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,394 (98.3%)74 (1.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Los Alamos County

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Los Alamos County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)80 (30.1%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)80 (16.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Los Alamos County

The poverty data for Los Alamos County shows that 74 of the married-couple family households (1.7%) and 80 of the single-parent households (10.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (3.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 80 household (19.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Los Alamos County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children35 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children27 (1.8%)80 (19.8%)
3 or 4 Children12 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total74 (1.7%)80 (10.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Los Alamos County

Employment by Class of Employer in Los Alamos County

Among the 10,197 employed individuals in Los Alamos County, private company employees (4,013 | 39.4%), federal government employees (3,101 | 30.4%), and not-for-profit organizations (1,093 | 10.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Los Alamos County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees4,01339.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)3563.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2532.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations1,09310.7%
Local Government Employees1,06810.5%
State Government Employees2992.9%
Federal Government Employees3,10130.4%
Unpaid Family Workers140.1%
Total10,197100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Los Alamos County

According to the labor force statistics for Los Alamos County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (15,667), 67.5% or 10,575 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.9% or 201 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 88.5% or 1,304 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 6.2% or 44 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Los Alamos County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years457 (49.0%)7 (1.5%)
20 to 24 Years712 (83.9%)44 (6.2%)
25 to 29 Years1,012 (84.3%)26 (2.6%)
30 to 34 Years1,304 (88.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years2,178 (86.9%)78 (3.6%)
45 to 54 Years2,099 (86.4%)15 (0.7%)
55 to 59 Years1,300 (78.5%)6 (0.5%)
60 to 64 Years736 (61.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years592 (30.7%)28 (4.7%)
75 Years and over188 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total10,575 (67.5%)201 (1.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Los Alamos County

According to labor force statistics for Los Alamos County, 82.5% of individuals (8,632) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,463) are in the labor force, with 1.4% or 121 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 87.2% or 6,339 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.0% or 26 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Los Alamos County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School148 (62.2%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma863 (73.3%)35 (3.0%)
College / Associate Degree1,276 (71.7%)7 (0.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher6,339 (87.2%)109 (1.5%)
Total8,632 (82.5%)146 (1.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Los Alamos County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Los Alamos County are Computers, Engineering & Science (4,170 | 40.6%), Life, Physical & Social Science (2,120 | 20.6%), Architecture & Engineering (1,169 | 11.4%), Community & Social Service (1,164 | 11.3%), and Management (1,051 | 10.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Los Alamos County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Los Alamos County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (86.9%), Computers, Engineering & Science (72.5%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (70.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (83.1%), Health Technologists (80.7%), and Legal Services & Support (80.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Los Alamos County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management561 (53.4%)490 (46.6%)
Business & Financial198 (34.9%)369 (65.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3,025 (72.5%)1,145 (27.5%)
Computers & Mathematics514 (58.3%)367 (41.7%)
Architecture & Engineering1,016 (86.9%)153 (13.1%)
Life, Physical & Social Science1,495 (70.5%)625 (29.5%)
Community & Social Service 310 (26.6%)854 (73.4%)
Education, Arts & Media21 (16.9%)103 (83.1%)
Legal Services & Support19 (19.6%)78 (80.4%)
Education Instruction & Library139 (23.5%)452 (76.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment131 (37.2%)221 (62.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating125 (21.3%)461 (78.7%)
Health Technologists105 (19.3%)440 (80.7%)
Total (Category)4,219 (56.0%)3,319 (44.0%)
Total (Overall)5,730 (55.7%)4,548 (44.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Los Alamos County are Food Preparation & Serving (322 | 3.1%), Security & Protection (260 | 2.5%), Healthcare Support (154 | 1.5%), Law Enforcement (145 | 1.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (115 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations in Los Alamos County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Los Alamos County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (87.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (61.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (56.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (89.0%), Healthcare Support (77.9%), and Security & Protection (55.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Los Alamos County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support34 (22.1%)120 (77.9%)
Security & Protection117 (45.0%)143 (55.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention101 (87.8%)14 (12.2%)
Law Enforcement16 (11.0%)129 (89.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving198 (61.5%)124 (38.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance55 (56.7%)42 (43.3%)
Personal Care & Service46 (49.5%)47 (50.5%)
Total (Category)450 (48.6%)476 (51.4%)
Total (Overall)5,730 (55.7%)4,548 (44.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Los Alamos County are Office & Administration (625 | 6.1%), and Sales & Related (274 | 2.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Los Alamos County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Los Alamos County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related110 (40.2%)164 (59.9%)
Office & Administration218 (34.9%)407 (65.1%)
Total (Category)328 (36.5%)571 (63.5%)
Total (Overall)5,730 (55.7%)4,548 (44.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Los Alamos County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (235 | 2.3%), and Construction & Extraction (198 | 1.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Los Alamos County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Los Alamos County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction169 (85.4%)29 (14.6%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair235 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)404 (93.3%)29 (6.7%)
Total (Overall)5,730 (55.7%)4,548 (44.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Los Alamos County are Production (328 | 3.2%), Transportation (126 | 1.2%), and Material Moving (28 | 0.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Los Alamos County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Los Alamos County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production276 (84.2%)52 (15.9%)
Transportation45 (35.7%)81 (64.3%)
Material Moving8 (28.6%)20 (71.4%)
Total (Category)329 (68.3%)153 (31.7%)
Total (Overall)5,730 (55.7%)4,548 (44.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Los Alamos County

Employment Industries in Los Alamos County

The major employment industries in Los Alamos County include Professional & Scientific (5,268 | 51.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (971 | 9.5%), Public Administration (899 | 8.7%), Educational Services (744 | 7.2%), and Accommodation & Food Services (543 | 5.3%).
Employment Industries in Los Alamos County

Employment Industries by Sex in Los Alamos County

The Los Alamos County industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Construction (91.7%), and Wholesale Trade (86.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Transportation & Warehousing (78.0%), and Finance & Insurance (77.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Los Alamos County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction71 (82.6%)15 (17.4%)
Construction211 (91.7%)19 (8.3%)
Manufacturing111 (62.7%)66 (37.3%)
Wholesale Trade33 (86.8%)5 (13.2%)
Retail Trade141 (40.3%)209 (59.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing13 (22.0%)46 (78.0%)
Utilities46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information70 (50.0%)70 (50.0%)
Finance & Insurance24 (22.2%)84 (77.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific3,520 (66.8%)1,748 (33.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support120 (52.9%)107 (47.1%)
Educational Services250 (33.6%)494 (66.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance226 (23.3%)745 (76.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation120 (60.9%)77 (39.1%)
Accommodation & Food Services315 (58.0%)228 (42.0%)
Public Administration388 (43.2%)511 (56.8%)
Total5,730 (55.7%)4,548 (44.3%)

Education in Los Alamos County

School Enrollment in Los Alamos County

The most common levels of schooling among the 4,870 students in Los Alamos County are high school (1,123 | 23.1%), elementary school (1,033 | 21.2%), and middle school (967 | 19.9%).
School Enrollment in Los Alamos County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1923.9%
Kindergarten1923.9%
Elementary School1,03321.2%
Middle School96719.9%
High School1,12323.1%
College / Undergraduate74415.3%
Graduate / Professional61912.7%
Total4,870100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Los Alamos County

Out of a total of 4,870 students who are enrolled in schools in Los Alamos County, 623 (12.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,247 (87.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 60 (34.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,288 (98.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Los Alamos County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds114 (65.5%)60 (34.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old871 (79.3%)227 (20.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,288 (98.6%)19 (1.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds762 (97.8%)17 (2.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds310 (93.1%)23 (6.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds248 (76.1%)78 (23.9%)
25 to 34 Year Olds354 (89.4%)42 (10.6%)
35 Years and over302 (66.1%)155 (33.9%)
Total4,247 (87.2%)623 (12.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Los Alamos County

Engineering (1,976 | 18.4%), physical & health sciences (1,895 | 17.7%), computers & mathematics (1,082 | 10.1%), bio, nature & agricultural (924 | 8.6%), and business (902 | 8.4%) are the most common fields of study among 10,718 individuals in Los Alamos County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Los Alamos County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1,08210.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural9248.6%
Physical & Health Sciences1,89517.7%
Psychology2642.5%
Social Sciences4744.4%
Engineering1,97618.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies630.6%
Science & Technology7366.9%
Business9028.4%
Education8297.7%
Literature & Languages4294.0%
Liberal Arts & History2652.5%
Visual & Performing Arts4234.0%
Communications1981.8%
Arts & Humanities2582.4%
Total10,718100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Los Alamos County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Los Alamos County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Los Alamos County are males with 2 vehicles (2,466, accounting for 43.2%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,860, making up 55.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Los Alamos County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle29 (0.5%)35 (0.8%)
1 Vehicle1,054 (18.4%)814 (18.2%)
2 Vehicles2,466 (43.2%)1,860 (41.5%)
3 Vehicles1,128 (19.7%)1,076 (24.0%)
4 Vehicles712 (12.5%)392 (8.8%)
5 or more Vehicles325 (5.7%)300 (6.7%)
Total5,714 (100.0%)4,477 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Los Alamos County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Los Alamos County are 10 to 14 minutes (2,565 commuters, 28.5%), 15 to 19 minutes (2,202 commuters, 24.5%), and 5 to 9 minutes (1,628 commuters, 18.1%).
Commute Time in Los Alamos County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1361.5%
5 to 9 Minutes1,62818.1%
10 to 14 Minutes2,56528.5%
15 to 19 Minutes2,20224.5%
20 to 24 Minutes1,31714.6%
25 to 29 Minutes3483.9%
30 to 34 Minutes5275.9%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes710.8%
45 to 59 Minutes680.8%
60 to 89 Minutes240.3%
90 or more Minutes1051.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Los Alamos County

The most common commute times in Los Alamos County are 10 to 14 minutes (1,513 commuters, 29.0%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,052 commuters, 27.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Los Alamos County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes8 (0.2%)128 (3.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes782 (15.0%)846 (22.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,513 (29.0%)1,052 (27.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,449 (27.8%)753 (19.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes828 (15.9%)489 (12.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes262 (5.0%)86 (2.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes247 (4.7%)280 (7.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes8 (0.2%)63 (1.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes13 (0.3%)55 (1.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes2 (0.0%)22 (0.6%)
90 or more Minutes99 (1.9%)6 (0.2%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Los Alamos County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Los Alamos County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (931, 17.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (800, 21.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Los Alamos County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM48 (0.9%)46 (1.2%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM97 (1.9%)46 (1.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM253 (4.9%)164 (4.3%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM475 (9.1%)256 (6.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM834 (16.0%)439 (11.6%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM931 (17.9%)445 (11.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM909 (17.4%)800 (21.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM804 (15.4%)680 (18.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM274 (5.3%)229 (6.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM194 (3.7%)254 (6.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM61 (1.2%)93 (2.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM216 (4.2%)236 (6.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM115 (2.2%)92 (2.4%)
Total5,211 (100.0%)3,780 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Los Alamos County

Occupancy by Ownership in Los Alamos County

Of the total 8,149 dwellings in Los Alamos County, owner-occupied units account for 5,929 (72.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,220 (27.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Los Alamos County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units5,92972.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2,22027.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units8,149100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Los Alamos County

Occupancy by Household Size in Los Alamos County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,44029.9%
2-Person Household3,10038.0%
3-Person Household1,16714.3%
4+ Person Household1,44217.7%
Total Housing Units8,149100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Los Alamos County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Los Alamos County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,520 (62.3%)920 (37.7%)
2-Person Household2,224 (71.7%)876 (28.3%)
3-Person Household877 (75.1%)290 (24.8%)
4+ Person Household1,308 (90.7%)134 (9.3%)
Total Housing Units5,929 (72.8%)2,220 (27.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Los Alamos County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Los Alamos County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School69 (37.9%)113 (62.1%)
High School Diploma143 (54.0%)122 (46.0%)
College/Associate Degree1,142 (68.9%)516 (31.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher4,575 (75.7%)1,469 (24.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Los Alamos County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Los Alamos County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,58219.4%
35 to 44 Years1,30816.1%
45 to 54 Years1,42317.5%
55 to 64 Years1,90523.4%
65 to 74 Years1,07913.2%
75 to 84 Years5606.9%
85 Years and Over2923.6%
Total8,149100.0%

Housing Finances in Los Alamos County

Median Income by Occupancy in Los Alamos County

Median Income by Occupancy in Los Alamos County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied5,929 (72.8%)$153,545
Renter-Occupied2,220 (27.2%)$95,965
Average8,149 (100.0%)$135,801

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Los Alamos County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Los Alamos County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00081 (1.4%)59 (2.7%)
$5,000 to $9,99914 (0.2%)18 (0.8%)
$10,000 to $14,99962 (1.1%)18 (0.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99925 (0.4%)23 (1.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99968 (1.1%)94 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $34,999139 (2.3%)182 (8.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999127 (2.1%)162 (7.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999360 (6.1%)302 (13.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999495 (8.4%)314 (14.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,408 (23.7%)596 (26.9%)
$150,000 or more3,150 (53.1%)452 (20.4%)
Total5,929 (100.0%)2,220 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Los Alamos County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Los Alamos County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300166 (2.8%)9 (0.4%)
$300 to $499735 (12.4%)23 (1.0%)
$500 to $7991,005 (17.0%)282 (12.7%)
$800 to $999302 (5.1%)516 (23.2%)
$1,000 to $1,499678 (11.4%)811 (36.5%)
$1,500 to $1,9991,043 (17.6%)312 (14.1%)
$2,000 to $2,499766 (12.9%)183 (8.2%)
$2,500 to $2,999483 (8.2%)44 (2.0%)
$3,000 or more751 (12.7%)11 (0.5%)
Total5,929 (100.0%)2,220 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Los Alamos County

Housing Structures in Los Alamos County

Housing Structures in Los Alamos County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached5,00161.4%
Single Unit, Attached7739.5%
2 Unit Apartments1491.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3974.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3564.4%
10 or more Apartments1,00912.4%
Mobile Home / Other4645.7%
Total8,149100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Los Alamos County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Los Alamos County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached4,606 (92.1%)395 (7.9%)
Single Unit, Attached628 (81.2%)145 (18.8%)
2 Unit Apartments85 (57.1%)64 (42.9%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments167 (42.1%)230 (57.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments12 (3.4%)344 (96.6%)
10 or more Apartments112 (11.1%)897 (88.9%)
Mobile Home / Other319 (68.8%)145 (31.2%)
Total5,929 (72.8%)2,220 (27.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Los Alamos County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Los Alamos County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room41 (0.7%)362 (16.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms84 (1.4%)535 (24.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,293 (21.8%)868 (39.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,471 (41.7%)351 (15.8%)
8 or more Rooms2,040 (34.4%)104 (4.7%)
Total5,929 (100.0%)2,220 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Los Alamos County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Los Alamos County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas5,296 (89.3%)1,575 (71.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas20 (0.3%)87 (3.9%)
Electricity503 (8.5%)473 (21.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)3 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels110 (1.9%)41 (1.8%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)41 (1.8%)
Total5,929 (100.0%)2,220 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Los Alamos County

Household Vehicle Usage in Los Alamos County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle55 (0.9%)42 (1.9%)
1 Vehicle1,140 (19.2%)1,176 (53.0%)
2 Vehicles2,529 (42.6%)844 (38.0%)
3 or more Vehicles2,205 (37.2%)158 (7.1%)
Total5,929 (100.0%)2,220 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Los Alamos County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Los Alamos County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,2483,681
Median Property Value$370,700$436,300
Median Household Income$130,158$2,255
Monthly Housing Costs$562$751
Real Estate Taxes$2,299$95

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Los Alamos County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Los Alamos County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000113 (5.0%)127 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $99,99939 (1.7%)14 (0.4%)
$100,000 to $299,999661 (29.4%)806 (21.9%)
$300,000 to $499,999845 (37.6%)1,381 (37.5%)
$500,000 to $749,999484 (21.5%)986 (26.8%)
$750,000 to $999,99968 (3.0%)328 (8.9%)
$1,000,000 or more38 (1.7%)39 (1.1%)
Total2,248 (100.0%)3,681 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Los Alamos County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Los Alamos County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00055 (2.5%)56 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $24,999112 (5.0%)40 (1.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99991 (4.1%)43 (1.2%)
$35,000 to $49,99964 (2.9%)48 (1.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99991 (4.1%)63 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999281 (12.5%)269 (7.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999659 (29.3%)214 (5.8%)
$150,000 or more895 (39.8%)749 (20.3%)
Total2,248 (100.0%)3,681 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Los Alamos County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Los Alamos County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x743 (33.1%)170,268 (4,625.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x402 (17.9%)1,490 (40.5%)
3.0x to 3.9x316 (14.1%)997 (27.1%)
4.0x or more758 (33.7%)543 (14.7%)
Total2,248 (100.0%)3,681 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Los Alamos County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Los Alamos County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800133 (5.9%)28 (0.8%)
$800 to $1,499371 (16.5%)167 (4.5%)
$800 to $1,4991,736 (77.2%)460 (12.5%)
Total2,248 (100.0%)3,681 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Los Alamos County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Los Alamos County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Los Alamos County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,052 (99.0%)11 (1.0%)
6 to 18 Years3,032 (94.3%)184 (5.7%)
19 to 25 Years1,282 (94.8%)70 (5.2%)
26 to 34 Years2,346 (99.4%)15 (0.6%)
35 to 44 Years2,421 (98.6%)35 (1.4%)
45 to 54 Years2,169 (90.1%)238 (9.9%)
55 to 64 Years2,753 (96.8%)90 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,907 (99.4%)11 (0.6%)
75 Years and older1,462 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total18,424 (96.6%)654 (3.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Los Alamos County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Los Alamos County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,052 (99.0%)11 (1.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen3,032 (94.3%)184 (5.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,282 (94.8%)70 (5.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Los Alamos County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Los Alamos County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000729 (96.4%)27 (3.6%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,004 (86.0%)164 (14.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,034 (95.9%)44 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,458 (98.3%)25 (1.7%)
$100,000 and over14,174 (97.3%)392 (2.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Los Alamos County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Los Alamos County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6138 (13.0%)917 (86.3%)
6 to 18 Years274 (8.5%)2,908 (90.4%)
19 to 25 Years317 (23.4%)965 (71.4%)
25 to 34 Years292 (12.4%)2,272 (96.2%)
35 to 44 Years136 (5.5%)2,365 (96.3%)
45 to 54 Years205 (8.5%)2,096 (87.1%)
55 to 64 Years369 (13.0%)2,480 (87.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,670 (87.1%)1,528 (79.7%)
75 Years and over1,429 (97.7%)1,248 (85.4%)
Total4,830 (25.3%)16,779 (87.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Los Alamos County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Los Alamos County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years20 (1.2%)69 (4.3%)
18 to 34 Years144 (6.7%)79 (4.6%)
35 to 64 Years319 (8.1%)329 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years181 (18.9%)133 (13.8%)
75 Years and over312 (46.9%)454 (57.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Los Alamos County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Los Alamos County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years7 (0.4%)15 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years16 (0.7%)9 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years127 (3.2%)120 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years104 (10.9%)40 (4.2%)
75 Years and over165 (24.8%)130 (16.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Los Alamos County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)22 (1.4%)
18 to 34 Years13 (0.6%)1 (0.1%)
35 to 64 Years167 (4.2%)114 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over37 (5.6%)31 (3.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Los Alamos County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years3 (0.2%)32 (2.0%)
18 to 34 Years106 (5.0%)48 (2.8%)
35 to 64 Years83 (2.1%)112 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years25 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over51 (7.7%)72 (9.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Los Alamos County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years24 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years100 (2.5%)151 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years85 (8.9%)113 (11.8%)
75 Years and over178 (26.7%)375 (47.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Los Alamos County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years10 (0.6%)11 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years13 (0.6%)26 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years12 (0.3%)52 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)35 (3.6%)
75 Years and over26 (3.9%)24 (3.0%)

Technology Access in Los Alamos County

Computing Device Access in Los Alamos County

Computing Device Access in Los Alamos County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop7,44891.4%
Smartphone7,49391.9%
Tablet5,93972.9%
No Computing Device2352.9%
Total8,149100.0%

Internet Access in Los Alamos County

Internet Access in Los Alamos County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home6,73582.7%
Cellular Data Only5677.0%
Satellite Internet3173.9%
No Internet5326.5%
Total8,149100.0%

Los Alamos County Summary

Los Alamos County, New Mexico is located in the north-central part of the state and is part of the Four Corners region. It is bordered by Rio Arriba County to the north, Santa Fe County to the east, Sandoval County to the south, and San Juan County to the west. The county seat is Los Alamos, which is also the county’s largest city. The county was established in 1949 and has a population of 18,343 as of the 2020 census.

Geography

Los Alamos County is located in the northern part of the state and is part of the Four Corners region. It is bordered by Rio Arriba County to the north, Santa Fe County to the east, Sandoval County to the south, and San Juan County to the west. The county covers an area of 1,902 square miles and is the smallest county in New Mexico. The county is located in the Jemez Mountains and is home to the Valles Caldera National Preserve, which is a large volcanic crater. The highest point in the county is the summit of Cerro Grande at an elevation of 10,197 feet. The county is also home to the Los Alamos National Laboratory, which is a nuclear research facility.

Economy

Los Alamos County has a diverse economy that is largely driven by the Los Alamos National Laboratory. The laboratory is the largest employer in the county and is responsible for the majority of the county’s economic activity. Other major employers in the county include Los Alamos Medical Center, Los Alamos Public Schools, Los Alamos County Government, and Los Alamos National Bank. The county also has a thriving tourism industry, with visitors coming to the area to explore the Valles Caldera National Preserve and other attractions.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, Los Alamos County had a population of 18,343. The population is predominantly white (83.3%), with smaller percentages of Hispanic (7.7%), Native American (2.2%), Asian (2.1%), and African American (1.2%) residents. The median household income in the county is $90,945, which is significantly higher than the state median of $48,945. The median age in the county is 43.3, and the median home value is $364,400.

History

Los Alamos County was established in 1949 and was named after the nearby Los Alamos Ranch School. The school was founded in 1917 and was a private boarding school for boys. During World War II, the school was used as a secret research facility for the Manhattan Project, which developed the first atomic bomb. After the war, the school was closed and the area was turned into a national laboratory. The county has since become a major center for scientific research and development.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Los Alamos County?
Total Population of Los Alamos County is 19,253.
What is the Total Male Population of Los Alamos County?
Total Male Population of Los Alamos County is 9,884.
What is the Total Female Population of Los Alamos County?
Total Female Population of Los Alamos County is 9,369.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Los Alamos County?
There are 105.50 Males per 100 Females in Los Alamos County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Los Alamos County?
There are 94.79 Females per 100 Males in Los Alamos County.
What is the Median Population Age in Los Alamos County?
Median Population Age in Los Alamos County is 41.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Los Alamos County
Average Family Size in Los Alamos County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Los Alamos County
Average Household Size in Los Alamos County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Los Alamos County?
Per Capita income in Los Alamos County is $71,527.
What is the Median Family Income in Los Alamos County?
Median Family Income in Los Alamos County is $158,708.
What is the Median Household income in Los Alamos County?
Median Household Income in Los Alamos County is $135,801.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Los Alamos County?
Income or Wage Gap in Los Alamos County is 35.7%.
Women in Los Alamos County earn 64.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Los Alamos County?
Family Income Deficit in Los Alamos County is $7,953.
Families that are below poverty line in Los Alamos County earn $7,953 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Los Alamos County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Los Alamos County is 0.39.
How Large is the Labor Force in Los Alamos County?
There are 10,575 People in the Labor Forcein in Los Alamos County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Los Alamos County?
67.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Los Alamos County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Los Alamos County?
Unemployment Rate in Los Alamos County is 1.9%.