Ruidoso Downs city, New Mexico
Official LSAD Designation: Ruidoso Downs city • Census GEOID: 3565280
• Lincoln County
Ruidoso Downs city is an incorporated city in Lincoln County, New Mexico. According to official records from the Census (2025), Ruidoso Downs city had an estimated population of 2,588 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Ruidoso Downs city (GEOID 3565280).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Ruidoso Downs
Municipal
Official Title:
Mayor
Address:
PO BOX 348, RUIDOSO DOWNS NM 88346-0348
County Of Lincoln
County
Official Title:
County Manager
Address:
PO BOX 711, CARRIZOZO NM 88301-0711
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,588 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $31,354 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $154,000 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 3.79 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).