La Madera
Census-designated place in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico
La Madera is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, with 140 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 6,532 ft (1,991 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Ojo Caliente, 4.3 miles S.
- 140residents (2020 Census)
- 6,532 ftelevation · 1,991 m
- 4.4 sq miland area · 11.5 km²
- 32 / sq mipopulation density
- 87539ZIP code
About La Madera
La Madera is a census-designated place in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, United States. Its population was 154 as of the 2010 census. La Madera has a post office with ZIP Code 87539.
La Madera used to be a thriving lumber town in the 1900s which since has had a decline in population.
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La Madera had 140 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 140 |
|---|---|
| Density | 32 per sq mi (12 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
La Madera at a glance
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
|---|---|
| County | Rio Arriba County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 140 (2020) |
| Land area | 4.44 sq mi (11.5 km²) |
| Water area | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km²) |
| Elevation | 6,532 ft (1,991 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.3767° N, 106.0432° W |
| ZIP code | 87539 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3538470 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near La Madera
- Ojo Caliente4.3 mi S
- El Rito7.9 mi SW
- Canova14.7 mi S
- Lyden15.5 mi S
- Medanales15.7 mi SW
- Velarde15.7 mi S
- Dixon16.0 mi SE
- Los Luceros18.1 mi S
- La Villita19.0 mi S
- Chili19.7 mi S
- Abiquiu19.8 mi SW
- Alcalde20.1 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about La Madera
What county is La Madera in?
La Madera is in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico.
What is the population of La Madera, NM?
140 people lived in La Madera at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of La Madera, NM?
The ZIP code of La Madera is 87539.
What is the elevation of La Madera?
6,532 feet (1,991 m) above sea level.
What towns are near La Madera?
Ojo Caliente (4.3 mi), El Rito (7.9 mi), Canova (14.7 mi), Lyden (15.5 mi), Medanales (15.7 mi).
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