Aztec is home to roughly 6,177 residents. Aztec was founded in 1887 and sits in San Juan County. The median age is 34.1 and the median household income is $42,699. Homes carry a median value of $164,700, and about 65% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (60.2%). Around 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 22 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
Source: Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) and state registries. Public record. This information is provided for public awareness. Using it to harass, threaten, or discriminate against any registrant, or for any purpose prohibited by law, is illegal. Verify against the official registry record before relying on it.
Common questions
Aztec — frequently asked
What is the population of Aztec, New Mexico?
Aztec has a population of about 6,177, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Aztec?
The median home value in Aztec is $164,700, and the median gross rent is $765/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Aztec safe? What is the crime rate?
Aztec Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 722 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Aztec face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates San Juan County as "Relatively Moderate" overall, with top hazards including drought, lightning, winter weather.
How many schools are in Aztec?
Aztec has 7 public schools (4 elementary, 1 middle, 2 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Aztec?
Public registry data lists 1 registered sex offenders in or near Aztec. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.