Pinos Altos
Census-designated place in Grant County, New Mexico

Pinos Altos is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Grant County, New Mexico, with 225 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 7,011 ft (2,137 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Little Walnut Village, 4.7 miles SW.
- 225residents (2020 Census)
- 7,011 ftelevation · 2,137 m
- 0.8 sq miland area · 2.0 km²
- 297 / sq mipopulation density
- 88053ZIP code
About Pinos Altos
Pinos Altos is a census-designated place in Grant County, New Mexico, United States. The community was a mining town, formed in 1860 following the discovery of gold in the nearby Pinos Altos Mountains. The town site is located about five to ten miles north of the present day Silver City. Although once abandoned, the town is now a place for summer homes and caters to tourists. As of the 2020 census, Pinos Altos had a population of 225.
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- Median home value
- $282,500
- Median age
- 72.7
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Pinos Altos had 225 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 225 |
|---|---|
| Density | 297 per sq mi (115 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Pinos Altos at a glance
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
|---|---|
| County | Grant County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 225 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.76 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Elevation | 7,011 ft (2,137 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.8665° N, 108.2220° W |
| ZIP code | 88053 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3557510 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Pinos Altos
- Little Walnut Village4.7 mi SW
- Arenas Valley6.4 mi S
- Silver City6.7 mi SW
- Rosedale7.1 mi S
- Santa Clara7.3 mi SE
- Hanover8.5 mi SE
- Cobre8.8 mi SE
- Bayard9.1 mi SE
- North Hurley11.5 mi SE
- Tyrone11.8 mi SW
- Lake Roberts11.8 mi N
- Trout Valley11.9 mi N
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Pinos Altos
What county is Pinos Altos in?
Pinos Altos is in Grant County, New Mexico.
What is the population of Pinos Altos, NM?
225 people lived in Pinos Altos at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Pinos Altos, NM?
The ZIP code of Pinos Altos is 88053.
What is the elevation of Pinos Altos?
7,011 feet (2,137 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Pinos Altos?
Little Walnut Village (4.7 mi), Arenas Valley (6.4 mi), Silver City (6.7 mi), Rosedale (7.1 mi), Santa Clara (7.3 mi).
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