Magdalena
Village in Socorro County, New Mexico
Magdalena is a village in Socorro County, New Mexico, with 806 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 6,572 ft (2,003 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Lemitar, 18.5 miles E.
- 806residents (2020 Census)
- 6,572 ftelevation · 2,003 m
- 6.2 sq miland area · 16.1 km²
- 130 / sq mipopulation density
- 87801ZIP code
About Magdalena
Magdalena is a village in Socorro County, New Mexico, United States. As of the 2020 census, Magdalena had a population of 806.
"The Lady on the Mountain" is a rock formation on Magdalena Peak overlooking Magdalena. Spanish soldiers saw the profile of a woman on the west face of the peak. A priest with them was reminded of a similar peak in Spain called "La Sierra de Maria Magdalena", so he called the New Mexico one "La Sierra de Magdalena". The pass to the south of the peak became known as Magdalena Gap, and when a town grew up it received the same name.
Magdalena continues to be a ranching community while strengthening its art, astronomy and geology venues. The reopening of the Magdalena Hall Hotel (circa 1917) and the renovation of other historical buildings allow visitors to connect to the past. The Magdalena Public Library and Boxcar Museum are housed in the old railroad depot. Several rock and mineral shops have been around since the mining boom days. The ghost town of Kelly and two festivals, the "Open Studio and Gallery Tour" and the "Old Timers Reunion and Rodeo", bring tourists to the area. The "Enchanted Skies Star Party" in early fall brings astronomers and astro-photographers together under its very dark skies.
The Very Large Array lies 24 miles (39 km) due west of the community. The Magdalena Ridge Observatory lies 25 miles (40 km) southeast at an elevation of 10,600 feet (3,200 m). Magdalena is located 26 miles (42 km) west of Socorro.
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- Median home value
- $99,500
- Median age
- 62.8
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Magdalena had 806 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 806 |
|---|---|
| Density | 130 per sq mi (50 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Magdalena at a glance
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
|---|---|
| County | Socorro County |
| Type | Village |
| Population | 806 (2020) |
| Land area | 6.22 sq mi (16.1 km²) |
| Elevation | 6,572 ft (2,003 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.1095° N, 107.2318° W |
| ZIP code | 87801 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3546310 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Magdalena
- Lemitar18.5 mi E
- Socorro19.0 mi E
- Polvadera19.1 mi E
- Escondida19.1 mi E
- Chamizal19.6 mi NE
- Alamillo20.6 mi NE
- Luis Lopez21.3 mi E
- San Acacia21.4 mi NE
- San Antonio24.7 mi SE
- San Antonito25.2 mi SE
- Alamo26.7 mi NW
- La Joya27.4 mi NE
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Frequently asked questions about Magdalena
What county is Magdalena in?
Magdalena is in Socorro County, New Mexico.
What is the population of Magdalena, NM?
806 people lived in Magdalena at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Magdalena, NM?
The ZIP code of Magdalena is 87801.
What is the elevation of Magdalena?
6,572 feet (2,003 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Magdalena?
Lemitar (18.5 mi), Socorro (19.0 mi), Polvadera (19.1 mi), Escondida (19.1 mi), Chamizal (19.6 mi).
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