Ruidoso Downs
City in Lincoln County, New Mexico
Ruidoso Downs is a city in Lincoln County, New Mexico, with 2,620 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 6,417 ft (1,956 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Ruidoso, 4.3 miles W.
- 2,620residents (2020 Census)
- 6,417 ftelevation · 1,956 m
- 3.8 sq miland area · 9.8 km²
- 691 / sq mipopulation density
- 88346ZIP code
About Ruidoso Downs
Ruidoso Downs is a city in Lincoln County, New Mexico, United States, located within the Lincoln National Forest. As of the 2020 census, Ruidoso Downs had a population of 2,620. Originally incorporated as a village, it became a city in May 2002. Known locally as "the Downs", Ruidoso Downs is a municipality separate from and adjacent to the Village of Ruidoso. The city, located along U.S. Route 70, is named after the Ruidoso Downs Race Track, which is located in the city along with the Billy the Kid Casino. The city is home to the Hubbard Museum of the American West.
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Living in Ruidoso Downs
- Median household income
- $31,354
- Median home value
- $154,000
- Median rent
- $936/mo
- Median age
- 38.4
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Ruidoso Downs had 2,620 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 2,620 |
|---|---|
| Density | 691 per sq mi (267 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Ruidoso Downs at a glance
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
|---|---|
| County | Lincoln County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 2,620 (2020) |
| Land area | 3.79 sq mi (9.8 km²) |
| Elevation | 6,417 ft (1,956 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.3312° N, 105.5968° W |
| ZIP code | 88346 |
| Official website | ruidosodowns.us |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3565280 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Ruidoso Downs
- Ruidoso4.3 mi W
- Capitan14.4 mi N
- Nogal15.8 mi NW
- Mescalero18.0 mi SW
- Bent20.6 mi SW
- Carrizozo25.8 mi NW
- Twin Forks27.3 mi S
- Cloudcroft27.3 mi S
- High Rolls29.9 mi SW
- Tularosa30.1 mi SW
- Mayhill30.9 mi S
- La Luz31.8 mi SW
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Frequently asked questions about Ruidoso Downs
What county is Ruidoso Downs in?
Ruidoso Downs is in Lincoln County, New Mexico.
What is the population of Ruidoso Downs, NM?
2,620 people lived in Ruidoso Downs at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Ruidoso Downs, NM?
The ZIP code of Ruidoso Downs is 88346.
What is the elevation of Ruidoso Downs?
6,417 feet (1,956 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Ruidoso Downs?
Ruidoso (4.3 mi), Capitan (14.4 mi), Nogal (15.8 mi), Mescalero (18.0 mi), Bent (20.6 mi).
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