Artesia, New Mexico
Artesia: city in New Mexico, USA
About
Artesia is a city located in the county of Eddy in the U.S. state of New Mexico. Its population at the 2010 census was 11,301 and a population density of 438 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 12,214 inhabitants.
The city was created 121 years ago in 1904.
Quick Facts about Artesia
| Population | 12,214 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Eddy County |
| Postal code | 88210–88211 |
| Phone Area Codes | 575 |
| Area | 25.79 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 32.8423,-104.4033 |
| Named for | artesian aquifer |
| Altitude | 3,379 feet / 1030 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1905 (121 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone |
| Local time | 22:23:16 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 474 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 7.48% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 52℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Artesia is located at 32°50'32"N 104°24'12"W (32.8423300, -104.4033000).
Artesia map
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 52. Southwest wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Artesia increased by 7.48% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,301 | - | census |
| 2011 | 11,596 | 2.54% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 11,557 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 11,677 | 1.03% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 12,058 | 3.16% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 12,215 | 1.29% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 12,373 | 1.28% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 12,145 | -1.88% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 12,255 | 0.9% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 12,356 | 0.82% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 12,214 | -1.16% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Artesia
1Artesia City Hall
511 W Texas Ave, Artesia, NM 88210 View details
Phone: +15757462122 | Website available
2Artesia City Warehouse
15 E Compress Rd, Artesia, NM 88210 View details
Phone: +15757469667 | Website available
3Artesia City Government
505 W Richardson Ave, Artesia, NM 88210 View details
Phone: +15757487345 | Website available
People born in Artesia (11)
People born in Artesia, including freestyle skier Michelle Roark, actress Alexa Havins, football player Landry Jones, .
More notable people
- Steve Jones (professional golfer from the United States) he was born in 27/12/1958
- Ron Nelson (American basketball player) he was born in 07/10/1946
- Charles W. Henderson (Military writer) he was born in 26/08/1948
- Lacy Schnoor (American freestyle skier) she was born in 12/06/1985
- William Gray (American politician from New Mexico) he was born in 19/12/1940
- Candy Ezzell (American politician) she was born in 26/11/1953
- Tanner Gray (American race car driver) he was born in 15/04/1999
- Joel M. Carson III (United States Circuit Judge for the Tenth Circuit) he was born in 16/11/1971
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Artesia, NM. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 188003 | New Mexico State University-Carlsbad | Carlsbad (NM) | 88220 |
Closest post offices linked to Artesia.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Artesia 2 Post Office | Artesia (NM) | 88210 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Artesia, California city in Los Angeles County, California, United States with a population of 16,168 people.
- Artesia, Mississippi town of the United States with a population of 420 people.
Other cities in Eddy County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Eddy County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Carlsbad | 29,664 | Town in Eddy County, New Mexico, USA |
| Loving | 1,372 | Human settlement in Eddy County, New Mexico, United States of America |
| Hope | 104 | Village in New Mexico, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Artesia distances to largest New Mexico cities