Hillsboro
Census-designated place in Sierra County, New Mexico
Hillsboro is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Sierra County, New Mexico, with 140 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 5,253 ft (1,601 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Kingston, 7.7 miles W.
- 140residents (2020 Census)
- 5,253 ftelevation · 1,601 m
- 2.1 sq miland area · 5.5 km²
- 66 / sq mipopulation density
- 88042ZIP code
About Hillsboro
Hillsboro is an unincorporated community in Sierra County, New Mexico, United States, located in the southwestern part of the state. It was founded in 1877, following the discovery of gold. The community was the county seat of Sierra County from 1884 until 1936, when Hot Springs (now called Truth or Consequences) became the county seat.
As of the 2020 census, Hillsboro had a population of 140.
The town was named Hillsborough by prospectors in December 1877, but later shortened to Hillsboro. By 1880, the town had four companies of soldiers and 400 miners, but the population soon grew to 700. A county courthouse was built in 1892. By 1907, the population was 1200. A flood on 10 June 1914 caused considerable damage to many town buildings. New Mexico State Road 152 and NM 27 intersect in and bisect the town.
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Living in Hillsboro
- Median home value
- $197,300
- Median age
- 70.3
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Hillsboro had 140 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 140 |
|---|---|
| Density | 66 per sq mi (25 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Hillsboro at a glance
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
|---|---|
| County | Sierra County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 140 (2020) |
| Land area | 2.13 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Elevation | 5,253 ft (1,601 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.9218° N, 107.5772° W |
| ZIP code | 88042 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3532380 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Hillsboro
- Kingston7.7 mi W
- Oasis15.1 mi E
- Arrey15.8 mi E
- Caballo16.2 mi E
- Las Palomas18.7 mi NE
- Williamsburg21.2 mi NE
- Garfield21.3 mi SE
- San Lorenzo21.5 mi W
- Casas Adobes22.4 mi W
- Mimbres22.7 mi W
- Salem26.0 mi SE
- Faywood26.9 mi SW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Hillsboro
What county is Hillsboro in?
Hillsboro is in Sierra County, New Mexico.
What is the population of Hillsboro, NM?
140 people lived in Hillsboro at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Hillsboro, NM?
The ZIP code of Hillsboro is 88042.
What is the elevation of Hillsboro?
5,253 feet (1,601 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Hillsboro?
Kingston (7.7 mi), Oasis (15.1 mi), Arrey (15.8 mi), Caballo (16.2 mi), Las Palomas (18.7 mi).
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