If a state census was taken, it would happen 5 years after the Federal Census. In addition to the federal census, don't forget to look for New Mexico state census records and territorial census records. Note: The majority of the 1890 Federal Census was lost in a fire. A full list of forms can be found at National Archives Genealogy Charts and Forms. We have included just the relevant years for New Mexico. Each form reflects the questions asked in that particular census. Below are blank census forms provided by the National Archives. Keeping your genealogy research organized can be challenging.
New Mexico was first included in the Federal Census in 1850, while still a territory. The Federal Census has been taken every 10 years since 1790. Census records are a valuable source of information for genealogy researchers.
