McGaffey

Census-designated place in McKinley County, New Mexico

Aerial view of McGaffey, New Mexico
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McGaffey is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in McKinley County, New Mexico, with 0 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 7,795 ft (2,376 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Fort Wingate, 7.1 miles N.

About McGaffey

McGaffey is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in McKinley County, New Mexico, United States. The population was 0 as of the 2020 census. Despite there being no permanent residents in McGaffey, the community has about a dozen cabins with seasonal occupants. There is an active quarry about 2 miles south of McGaffey, and there are a few cattle ranches nearby. Additionally, McGaffey is a popular recreation spot, with the nearby McGaffey and Quaking Aspen campgrounds, fishing at McGaffey Lake, and numerous hiking trails.

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McGaffey, NM population

McGaffey had 0 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census0
Density0 per sq mi (0 per km²)

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McGaffey at a glance

StateNew Mexico (NM)
CountyMcKinley County
TypeCensus-designated place
Population0 (2020)
Land area1.75 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Water area0.03 sq mi (0.07 km²)
Elevation7,795 ft (2,376 m)
Coordinates35.3689° N, 108.5277° W
ZIP code87347
Census code (GEOID)3545890

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

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Frequently asked questions about McGaffey

What county is McGaffey in?

McGaffey is in McKinley County, New Mexico.

What is the population of McGaffey, NM?

0 people lived in McGaffey at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of McGaffey, NM?

The ZIP code of McGaffey is 87347.

What is the elevation of McGaffey?

7,795 feet (2,376 m) above sea level.

What towns are near McGaffey?

Fort Wingate (7.1 mi), Pinehaven (8.4 mi), Jamestown (8.5 mi), Iyanbito (10.4 mi), Sundance (11.6 mi).

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