Lemitar
Census-designated place in Socorro County, New Mexico
Lemitar is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Socorro County, New Mexico, with 346 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 4,642 ft (1,415 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Polvadera, 3.3 miles N.
- 346residents (2020 Census)
- 4,642 ftelevation · 1,415 m
- 1.4 sq miland area · 3.6 km²
- 252 / sq mipopulation density
- 87823ZIP code
About Lemitar
Lemitar is a census-designated place in Socorro County, New Mexico, United States. As of the 2020 census, Lemitar had a population of 346. Lemitar has a post office with ZIP code 87823. Exit 156 on Interstate 25 serves the community.
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- Median household income
- $93,902
- Median age
- 59.9
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Lemitar had 346 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 346 |
|---|---|
| Density | 252 per sq mi (97 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Lemitar at a glance
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
|---|---|
| County | Socorro County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 346 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.37 sq mi (3.6 km²) |
| Elevation | 4,642 ft (1,415 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.1550° N, 106.9122° W |
| ZIP code | 87823 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3540570 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Lemitar
- Polvadera3.3 mi N
- Escondida3.8 mi S
- Chamizal4.4 mi N
- Alamillo6.7 mi N
- San Acacia6.9 mi N
- Socorro7.0 mi S
- Luis Lopez11.5 mi S
- La Joya13.6 mi N
- San Antonio16.7 mi S
- San Antonito18.3 mi S
- Magdalena18.5 mi W
- Abeytas22.2 mi N
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Frequently asked questions about Lemitar
What county is Lemitar in?
Lemitar is in Socorro County, New Mexico.
What is the population of Lemitar, NM?
346 people lived in Lemitar at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Lemitar, NM?
The ZIP code of Lemitar is 87823.
What is the elevation of Lemitar?
4,642 feet (1,415 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Lemitar?
Polvadera (3.3 mi), Escondida (3.8 mi), Chamizal (4.4 mi), Alamillo (6.7 mi), San Acacia (6.9 mi).
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