Las Palomas
Census-designated place in Sierra County, New Mexico

Las Palomas is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Sierra County, New Mexico, with 196 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 4,268 ft (1,301 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Williamsburg, 3.9 miles N.
- 196residents (2020 Census)
- 4,268 ftelevation · 1,301 m
- 1.6 sq miland area · 4.2 km²
- 122 / sq mipopulation density
- 87942ZIP code
About Las Palomas
Las Palomas is a census-designated place in Sierra County, New Mexico, United States. As of the 2020 census, Las Palomas had a population of 196. The community is located near Exit 71 of Interstate 25; New Mexico State Road 187 also passes through the community.
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Living in Las Palomas
- Median household income
- $73,864
- Median home value
- $137,500
- Median age
- 65.7
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Las Palomas had 196 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 196 |
|---|---|
| Density | 122 per sq mi (47 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Las Palomas at a glance
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
|---|---|
| County | Sierra County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 196 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.60 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Elevation | 4,268 ft (1,301 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.0589° N, 107.2982° W |
| ZIP code | 87942 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3539520 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Las Palomas
- Williamsburg3.9 mi N
- Caballo5.4 mi S
- Oasis9.1 mi S
- Elephant Butte9.6 mi NE
- Hot Springs Landing11.3 mi NE
- Truth or Consequences12.4 mi N
- Arrey14.7 mi S
- Hillsboro18.7 mi SW
- Garfield21.0 mi S
- Salem24.6 mi S
- Kingston25.8 mi SW
- Hatch27.8 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Las Palomas
What county is Las Palomas in?
Las Palomas is in Sierra County, New Mexico.
What is the population of Las Palomas, NM?
196 people lived in Las Palomas at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Las Palomas, NM?
The ZIP code of Las Palomas is 87942.
What is the elevation of Las Palomas?
4,268 feet (1,301 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Las Palomas?
Williamsburg (3.9 mi), Caballo (5.4 mi), Oasis (9.1 mi), Elephant Butte (9.6 mi), Hot Springs Landing (11.3 mi).
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