Las Cruces, Doña Ana County, New Mexico
Las Cruces: City in and county seat of Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States
About
Las Cruces is a city located in the county of Doña Ana in the U.S. state of New Mexico. Its population at the 2010 census was 97,618 and a population density of 489 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 105,096 inhabitants.
The city was created 174 years ago in 1848.
Las Cruces is a city in New Mexico, on the edge of the Chihuahuan Desert. The interactive New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum features livestock and gardens. On the Rio Grande, Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park has trails and birdlife. The Museum of Nature and Science includes desert animals and hands-on displays. In an old depot, the Railroad Museum has model trains and explores the local impact of railways.
Las Cruces has a population of about 100,000 people and offers many attractions for visitors. You can visit the New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum or explore Bosque State Park on foot or by bike. There are also plenty of museums with exhibits about local history and trains.The elevation is 1,189 meters (3,900 feet) above sea level and it has a population of 102,950 people according to 2020 census data.
Mayor Ken Miyagishima was elected in 2014; he replaced Barbara Lewis who served as mayor since 2009. The city's area code is 575; it covers 199.5 square kilometers (77 square miles).
With so much to do in such a small space, it's easy to see why Las Cruces is such an appealing destination!
Quick Facts about Las Cruces
| Population : | 105,096 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | New Mexico (United States) |
| County : | Doña Ana County |
| Postal code : | 88001 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 575 |
| Area : | 199.52 km2 |
| Altitude : | 3,999 feet / 1219 meters |
| Capital city : | Las Cruces is capital of Doña Ana County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1849 (174 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Mountain Time Zone, UTC−07:00 |
| Local time : | 12:24:39 (1st February 2023) |
| Density : | 527 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 7.12% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Las Cruces is located at 32°18'44"N 106°46'42"W (32.3123200, -106.7783400).
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- Official Website
Official website of Las Cruces
- Ciudad Juárez
- Nienburg/Weser
Demographics
The population of Las Cruces increased by 7.12% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 97,618 | - | census |
| 2011 | 100,212 | 2.59% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 101,045 | 0.82% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 101,238 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 101,192 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 101,113 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 101,313 | 0.2% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 101,963 | 0.64% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 102,812 | 0.83% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 103,432 | 0.6% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 105,096 | 1.58% | estimation process |
Other Places in Las Cruces
1 Las Cruces City Hall
700 N Main St, Las Cruces, NM 88001 ➦ Show Map
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2 Las Cruces Utilities Director
680 N Motel Blvd, Las Cruces, NM 88007 ➦ Show Map
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3 Las Cruces Building Permits
575 S Alameda Blvd, Las Cruces, NM 88005 ➦ Show Map
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4 City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation
700 N Main St, Las Cruces, NM 88001 ➦ Show Map
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5 US Plant Protection Quarantine
270 N 17th St, Las Cruces, NM 88005, United States ➦ Show Map
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6 Las Cruces GIS
700 N Main St, Las Cruces, NM 88001 ➦ Show Map
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7 Las Cruces City Manager
700 N Main St, Las Cruces, NM 88001 ➦ Show Map
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8 USDA
760 Stern Dr, Las Cruces, NM 88005, United States ➦ Show Map
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9 USDA Rural Development
2510 N Telshor Blvd, Las Cruces, NM 88011, United States ➦ Show Map
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People born in Las Cruces (46)
People born in Las Cruces, including Yemeni-imam Anwar al-Awlaki, politician Jerry Apodaca, novelist Pamela Burford, .
List
- Patricia Ryan (American writer) she was born in 09/08/1954
- Austin Trout (American boxer) he was born in 18/09/1985
- Edgar Castillo (association football player) he was born in 08/10/1986
- Constancio Miranda Weckmann (Mexican priest) he was born in 15/09/1952
- Warren Lambert Wagner (American botanist) he was born in 08/02/1950
- William Bowers (American reporter (1916-1987)) he was born in 17/01/1916
- Chuck Franco (American politician) he was born in 01/01/1955
- Dave Lopez (American politician) he was born in 03/06/1951
- David Campos Guaderrama (United States District Judge) he was born in 23/05/1954
- Denise Chavez (American writer) she was born in 15/08/1948
- Doug Eddings (baseball umpire from the United States) he was born in 14/09/1968
- Freddy Juarez (American soccer player) he was born in 01/04/1978
- J. R. Patton (American racing driver) he was born in 12/09/1983
- James D. Nichols (American jockey) he was born in 01/03/1928
- Jon Barela (American businessman)
- Josh Suggs (American soccer player) he was born in 26/04/1989
- Kerry Locklin (American football player and coach) he was born in 09/09/1959
- Kiki Lara (American soccer player) he was born in 24/07/1981
Schools in Las Cruces
College & universities near Las Cruces, NM
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 188030 | New Mexico State University-Main Campus | Las Cruces (NM) | 88003-8001 |
| 488651 | Glitz School of Cosmetology | Las Cruces (NM) | 88001 |
| 488554 | Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine | Las Cruces (NM) | 88001 |
| 187620 | New Mexico State University-Dona Ana | Las Cruces (NM) | 88011 |
Stations (5)
Amtrak & bus stations near Las Cruces, NM
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LCR | Las Cruces, New Mexico | 304 Wyatt Drive | BUS |
| ELB | El Paso (Bus Station), Texas | 200 W. San Antonio Ave. | BUS |
| ELP | Union Depot | 700 San Francisco St. | RAIL |
| DEM | Deming station | 400 East Railroad Avenue | RAIL |
| TOC | Truth or Consequences, New Mexico | 8 South Date St. | BUS |
Post offices near Las Cruces
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Las Cru Post Office | Las Cruces (NM) | 88001 |
| Commer Post Office | Las Cruces (NM) | 88011 |
| University Park Post Office | Las Cruces (NM) | 88003 |
| Mesilla Park Post Office | Mesilla Park (NM) | 88047 |
| Mesilla Post Office | Mesilla (NM) | 88046 |
Other cities in Doña Ana County
Cities, Towns, Neighborhoods & Other Populated Places in Doña Ana County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sunland Park | 18,449 | City in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States |
| Anthony | 9,276 | City in New Mexico |
| Vado | 3,194 | City in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States of America |
| Mesilla | 1,844 | City in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States of America |
| Radium Springs | 1,699 | City in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States of America |
| Hatch | 1,678 | Village in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, New Mexico |
| White Sands | 1,651 | Census-designated place in New Mexico, United States |
| Doña Ana | 1,211 | Census designated place |
| San Ysidro | 204 | Census-designated place in Doña Ana County, New Mexico, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Las Cruces distances to largest New Mexico cities
