Ruidoso, New Mexico
Ruidoso: village in Lincoln County, New Mexico, United States
About
Ruidoso is a village located in the county of Lincoln in the U.S. state of New Mexico. Its population at the 2010 census was 8,029 and a population density of 192 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 8,061 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Ruidoso
| Population | 8,061 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Lincoln County |
| Phone Area Codes | 575 |
| Area | 41.81 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.3318,-105.6730 |
| Altitude | 6,729 feet / 2051 meters |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone |
| Local time | 15:47:32 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 88345 |
| Density | 193 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.4% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 44℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Ruidoso is located at 33°19'54"N 105°40'23"W (33.3317500, -105.6730400).
Ruidoso map
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 44. Southwest wind around 9 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Ruidoso
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Ruidoso increased by 0.4% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,029 | - | census |
| 2011 | 8,032 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 7,962 | -0.88% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 7,895 | -0.85% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 7,768 | -1.63% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 7,694 | -0.96% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 7,737 | 0.56% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 7,792 | 0.71% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 7,845 | 0.68% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 7,901 | 0.71% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,061 | 1.98% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Ruidoso
1Lincoln County Medical Center
211 Sudderth Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345, United States View details
Phone: +15752578200 | Website available
2The Village of Ruidoso
313 Cree Meadows Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345 View details
Phone: +15752584343 | Website available
3Ruidoso Village Hall
313 Cree Meadows Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345 View details
Phone: +15752584343 | Website available
People born in Ruidoso (3)
People born in Ruidoso, including skeleton racer Tristan Gale, writer Cody Willard, politician Yvette Herrell, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Ruidoso, NM. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 383996 | Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College | Ruidoso (NM) | 88345 |
| 187994 | New Mexico State University-Alamogordo | Alamogordo (NM) | 88310 |
| 187505 | Olympian Academy of Cosmetology | Alamogordo (NM) | 88310-5051 |
Closest post offices linked to Ruidoso.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Ruid Post Office | Ruidoso (NM) | 88345 |
Other cities in Lincoln County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lincoln County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Ruidoso Downs | 2,631 | City in Lincoln County, New Mexico, United States of America |
| Capitan | 1,457 | Village in New Mexico, USA |
| Carrizozo | 950 | Town of the United States |
| Corona | 167 | Town in New Mexico |
Distance to Other Cities
Ruidoso distances to largest New Mexico cities