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Population (2025 est.)2,125,498
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High Desert and Mountain Communities
New MexicoNew Mexico spans high desert, mountains, volcanic landscapes, and the Rio Grande corridor. Santa Fe is the capital; Albuquerque is the largest city. Pueblo, Tribal, and Hispanic communities are central to the state’s living cultures. Art, architecture, food, and local traditions vary from northern mountain towns to the southern desert.
New Mexico at a Glance
Population (2025 est.)2,125,498.webp){kind=icon}
CapitalSanta Fe.webp){kind=icon}
Largest CityAlbuquerque.webp){kind=icon}
Counties33 counties.webp){kind=icon}
Land Area121,313 sq mi.webp){kind=icon}
Water Area281 sq mi.webp){kind=icon}
Statehood1912.webp){kind=icon}
Highest PointWheeler Peak — about 13,161 ft
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County Guides in New Mexico
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Counties of New Mexico
Bernalillo CountyChaves CountyCurry CountyEddy CountyLea CountyOtero CountyQuay CountyRoosevelt CountySanta Fe County
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Featured Counties
Bernalillo CountyBernalillo became one of New Mexico Territory’s original counties in 1852, following an earlier Mexican administrative district. Albuquerque’s own history includes the Spanish villa…
Chaves CountyRoswell's historical account identifies an early store established in 1869, followed by the New Mexico Military Institute in 1891 and railway arrival in 1893.…
Curry CountyCurry County was established in 1909 and named for George Curry. Clovis developed from railway townsite planning in 1906 and became an important rail…
Eddy CountyEddy County's historical account connects its name with Charles Eddy and cattle-ranching development in the Pecos region. The Goodnight-Loving cattle trail and John Chisum…
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Bernalillo CountyBernalillo became one of New Mexico Territory’s original counties in 1852, following an earlier Mexican administrative district. Albuquerque’s own history includes the Spanish villa…
Chaves CountyRoswell's historical account identifies an early store established in 1869, followed by the New Mexico Military Institute in 1891 and railway arrival in 1893.…Curry CountyCurry County was established in 1909 and named for George Curry. Clovis developed from railway townsite planning in 1906 and became an important rail…Eddy CountyEddy County's historical account connects its name with Charles Eddy and cattle-ranching development in the Pecos region. The Goodnight-Loving cattle trail and John Chisum…
ABOUT THE STATE
America
Local communities make a national story tangible. Across New Mexico, libraries, schools, businesses, public spaces, and volunteer groups give neighbors places to meet, learn, work, and contribute. Exploring a community means listening to its people and understanding both its achievements and its challenges.
Places, People and Stories
Freedom to Build
Freedom gives people room to create businesses, raise families, serve their communities, and pursue a future they choose.
Community Makes Us Stronger
Strong communities grow when neighbors participate, local institutions serve well, and people invest time and care close to home.
Opportunity Within Reach
Education, work, entrepreneurship, and community connections can open practical paths for people to build more secure and meaningful lives.
Building Tomorrow Together
A shared future grows from responsible choices today—supporting families, strengthening communities, preserving local heritage, and creating room for new ideas.
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Data center Project Jupiter air quality permit hearing set for early December
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Around New Mexico Headlines
Stories from every corner of New Mexico Headlines.
Data center Project Jupiter air quality permit hearing set for early December
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Oct 19, 2026 • 2 min read
The Pecos River still flows. But for how long?
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Oct 19, 2026 • 2 min read
Ukrainians and Sudanese with temporary legal status will keep protections for now
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Oct 19, 2026 • 2 min read
Bear killings skyrocket as garbage, bird feeders draw them into conflict
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Oct 19, 2026 • 2 min read
Here’s how the No Kings day of action urged early voting
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Oct 19, 2026 • 2 min readSTATE SYMBOLS
Nickname Motto Bird Flower Tree State Animal
The Spirit and Symbols of New Mexico
Symbols that represent New Mexico
Land of Enchantment
Land of Enchantment is a widely used name for New Mexico.
Crescit Eundo
The state motto is commonly translated as “it grows as it goes.”
Greater roadrunner
Greater roadrunner is the state bird of New Mexico.
Yucca flower
Yucca flower is the state flower of New Mexico.
Piñon pine
Piñon pine represents New Mexico among its official tree symbols.
American black bear
American black bear represents New Mexico among its official animal symbols.
A State with Many Stories
High Desert, Mountain Communities, and Living Cultures. Explore the communities, public lands, and local traditions that give New Mexico its own sense of place.
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NEW MEXICO
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Our State. Our Stories.★
STATE RESOURCES
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New Mexico Resources
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HELP DESK
Questions About New Mexico
Answers and links for residents and travelers.
Santa Fe is the state capital. Albuquerque is the largest city.
New Mexico has 33 counties.
Wheeler Peak — about 13,161 ft.
The official tourism guide provides destinations and trip-planning information.
Use the National Park Service’s New Mexico directory and the parks resources above. Check current access and conditions with the managing agency.
Start with the official government directory and choose the agency for the service you need.
Consult New Mexico official agency directory to find the correct service and current requirements.
See New Mexico official agency directory for the relevant state resources, and use the National Weather Service for forecasts and alerts.
Use U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for official service and benefits information.
The population shown is the 2025 Census estimate, sourced through the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis FRED table. Land and water figures use 2025 Census geography.
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