Las Palomas

Census-designated place in Sierra County, New Mexico

Aerial view of Las Palomas, New Mexico
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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.

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, NM population

Las Palomas had 196 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census196
Density122 per sq mi (47 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Las Palomas at a glance

StateNew Mexico (NM)
CountySierra County
TypeCensus-designated place
Population196 (2020)
Land area1.60 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Elevation4,268 ft (1,301 m)
Coordinates33.0589° N, 107.2982° W
ZIP code87942
Census code (GEOID)3539520

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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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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