Carthage, New Mexico
Carthage: Situated in the high desert terrain of Socorro County at an elevation of 5,003 feet, this former settlement was established as a coal mining camp in the 1880s.
About
Carthage is a city located in the county of Socorro in the U.S. state of New Mexico.
Quick Facts about Carthage
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Socorro County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.8834,-106.6595 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 17:10:24 (6th November 2026) |
| Weather | 39℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Carthage is located at 33°53'0"N 106°39'34"W (33.8834000, -106.6594600).
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Weather
Partly cloudy, with a low around 39. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Carthage, NM. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 187967 | New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology | Socorro (NM) | 87801 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Carthage, NM. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOC | Truth or Consequences, New Mexico | 8 South Date St. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Carthage.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| San Anton Post Office | San Antonio (NM) | 87832 |
| Socorr Post Office | Socorro (NM) | 87801 |
| Lemitar Post Office | Lemitar (NM) | 87823 |
| Polvadera Post Office | Polvadera (NM) | 87828 |
| San Acacia Post Office | San Acacia (NM) | 87831 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Carthage, Texas city in Texas. with a population of 6,354 people.
- Carthage, Mississippi human settlement in Leake County, Mississippi, United States of America. with a population of 4,725 people.
- Carthage, North Carolina city in Moore County, North Carolina, United States of America. with a population of 2,595 people.
- Carthage, Illinois city in and county seat of Hancock County, Illinois, United States. with a population of 2,419 people.
- Carthage, Tennessee town in Tennessee, USA. with a population of 2,331 people.
Other cities in Socorro County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Socorro County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Socorro | 8,315 | City in New Mexico |