Elkins, New Mexico
Elkins: Located in Chaves County at an elevation of 4,022 feet, this small unincorporated community sits on the high plains of southeastern New Mexico.
About
Elkins is a city located in the county of Chaves in the U.S. state of New Mexico.
Quick Facts about Elkins
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Chaves County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.6945,-104.0550 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 02:33:17 (7th November 2026) |
| Weather | 44℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Elkins is located at 33°41'40"N 104°3'18"W (33.6945400, -104.0549600).
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Weather
44°F
Chance Rain Showers
5 mph SE
Friday Night
A chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 44. Southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Elkins, NM. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 187912 | New Mexico Military Institute | Roswell (NM) | 88201-5173 |
Closest post offices linked to Elkins.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Elida Post Office | Elida (NM) | 88116 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Elkins, West Virginia city in West Virginia, USA. with a population of 6,908 people.
- Elkins, Arkansas township in Washington County, Arkansas. with a population of 3,664 people.
Other cities in Chaves County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Chaves County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Roswell | 47,596 | A city in Chaves County, New Mexico. |
| Dexter | 1,244 | Town in Chaves County, New Mexico, United States |
| Hagerman | 1,226 | City in Gooding County, Idaho, United States |