La Placita, New Mexico
La Placita: Situated in Sandoval County, this unincorporated community lies at an elevation of approximately 6,972 feet above sea level.
About
La Placita is a city located in the county of Sandoval in the U.S. state of New Mexico.
Quick Facts about La Placita
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Sandoval County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.0353,-106.9587 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 05:30:30 (6th November 2026) |
| Weather | 33℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
La Placita is located at 36°2'7"N 106°57'31"W (36.0353000, -106.9586500).
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Weather
33°F
Mostly Cloudy
5 mph E
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 33. East wind around 5 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to La Placita, NM. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAF | Santa Fe (Lamy Shuttle), New Mexico | No specific stop location | BUS |
| ABQ | Alvarado Transportation Center | 320 First Street SW | RAIL |
| LMY | Lamy station | Santa Fe County Road 33 | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to La Placita.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Cuba Post Office | Cuba (NM) | 87013 |
Other cities in Sandoval County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Sandoval County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Rio Rancho | 99,885 | The second most populous city in Sandoval County, New Mexico. |
| Bernalillo | 10,865 | Town of the United States |
| Corrales | 8,701 | Town in Sandoval County, New Mexico, United States |
| Placitas | 4,977 | Census-designated place in Sandoval County, New Mexico, United States |
| Santo Domingo Pueblo | 2,456 | Census designated place |
| San Felipe Pueblo | 2,404 | Census-designated place (CDP) in Sandoval County, New Mexico |
| Jemez Pueblo | 1,788 | Census-designated place in Sandoval County, New Mexico, United States |