Santa Fe, NM: What you need to know
As the second-oldest city in the U.S., it's easy to see why Santa Fe earned a spot on our list of Top 10 Cities for Historic Preservation. Just an hour's drive from Albuquerque, the city has a thriving cultural scene and is home to the famous Fiestas de Santa Fe, which has taken place since 1712. In addition, Santa Fe's gorgeous landscape makes the city a romantic destination.
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Santa Fe, NM City Profile
Quick Facts
| Population | 83,008 |
| Median Age | 43 |
| Median Household Income | $50,737 |
| Median Home Price | $259,600 |
| Walkscore | 36 |
Santa Fe, NM Rankings
Things To Do in Santa Fe, NM
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Real Estate in Santa Fe, NM
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Schools in Santa Fe, NM
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Santa Fe, NM Demographics
Median Population in Santa Fe, NM
| Median Age | 42.5% |
| Age 18 Over | 79.8% |
| Age 21 Over | 76.4% |
| Age 62 Over | 22.9% |
| Age 65 Over | 18.3% |
Race in Santa Fe, NM
| Ethnicity White | 83.6% | |
| Ethnicity Black | 1% | |
| Ethnicity Asian | 1.6% | |
| Ethnicity Hawaiian | 0.1% | |
| Ethnicity Hispanic | 54.1% | |
| Ethnicity Indian | 1.9% | |
| Ethnicity Other | 8.9% |
Population By Gender in Santa Fe, NM
| Male | 47.5% | |
| Female | 52.5% |
Language in Santa Fe, NM
| English Only | 62.1% | |
| English Other | 37.9% |
Commute Types in Santa Fe, NM
| Walked | 2.9% | |
| Worked at Home | 7.5% | |
| Public Transportation | 1.2% | |
| Other Means | 3% | |
| Drove Alone | 74.5% | |
| Carpooled | 10.9% |