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County overview

Sandoval County

New Mexico - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Sandoval County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Sandoval County

Population
149,460
Age 65+
18.8%
Median age
40.8
Owner-occupied
81.0%
With disability
14.1%
Median home value
$258,100
Median income
$76,424
Residents 65+
28,150
How Sandoval County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+13.9%
% owner-occupied
+25%
% with disability
+9.3%
Median household income
+1.7%
Median home value
-8.4%
Median age
+6%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Aging-in-place in Sandoval County

Sandoval County is home to roughly 149,460 residents, of whom about 28,098 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 18.8%, well above the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 81.0% of homes in Sandoval County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $258,100. That's a higher-than-average ownership rate, which often correlates with longer tenures in the home and a stronger appetite for investment in accessibility upgrades. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 14.1% of Sandoval County residents report a disability, a rate in line with national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.