Las Vegas, New Mexico
Las Vegas: town in New Mexico, USA
About
Las Vegas is a town located in the county of San Miguel in the U.S. state of New Mexico. Its population at the 2010 census was 13,753 and a population density of 678 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 12,826 inhabitants.
The town was created 191 years ago in 1834.
Las Vegas is a city in and the county seat of San Miguel County, New Mexico, United States. Once two separate municipalities, both were named Las Vegas—West Las Vegas and East Las Vegas; they are separated by the Gallinas River and retain distinct characters and separate, rival school districts.
The city lies in the valley of the Rio Grande and is surrounded by desert vegetation. It is located at an altitude of 1,958 m (6,381 ft) above sea level. The landscape around Las Vegas is dominated by desert vegetation such as yucca and creosote bushes.
Las Vegas was founded in 1835 after Mexican government forces defeated American rebels who had been occupying the town. The original name of the settlement was "San Miguel de las Vegas". The town changed its name to "Las Vegas" in 1841 when Antonio Armijo received a Mexican land grant from Alvarado for Rancho San Miguel de Aguayo.
In 1877 a railroad line was built connecting Las Vegas to Paso del Norte (now Ciudad Juárez). In 1905 it was linked to El Paso by a branch line from Anton Chico through Tularosa Basin. The arrival of train service brought people.
Quick Facts about Las Vegas
| Population | 12,826 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | San Miguel County |
| Phone Area Codes | 505 |
| Area | 20.27 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 35.5939,-105.2239 |
| Altitude | 6,424 feet / 1958 meters |
| Capital city | Las Vegas is capital of San Miguel County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1835 (191 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone |
| Local time | 05:58:16 (17th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 87701 |
| Density | 633 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -7.23% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 39℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Las Vegas is located at 35°35'38"N 105°13'26"W (35.5939300, -105.2239000).
Las Vegas map
icon to open full mode. View satellite images
Weather
Partly cloudy, with a low around 39. Southwest wind 5 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Las Vegas
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Las Vegas decreased by 7.23% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,753 | - | census |
| 2011 | 14,019 | 1.9% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 13,885 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 13,750 | -0.98% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 13,576 | -1.28% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 13,430 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 13,315 | -0.86% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 13,163 | -1.15% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 13,035 | -0.98% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 12,919 | -0.9% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 12,826 | -0.73% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Las Vegas
1Las Vegas Gas Utilities
905 12th St, Las Vegas, NM 87701 View details
Phone: +15054543832 | Website available
2US Agricultural Department
1927 7th St A, Las Vegas, NM 87701, United States View details
Phone: +15054253594 | Website available
People born in Las Vegas (18)
People born in Las Vegas, including Governor of New Mexico Ezequiel Cabeza De Baca, football player Aaron Graham, National Basketball Association owner and executive George J. Maloof, Sr., .
More notable people
- M. Christina Armijo (United States federal judge) she was born in 01/01/1951
- Mari-Luci Jaramillo (American diplomat) she was born in 19/06/1928
- Ray John de Aragon (American writer) he was born in 19/01/1946
- Waldo Henry Rogers (United States federal judge) he was born in 17/05/1908
- Margaret Larkin (American musician) she was born in 07/07/1899
- Eleanor Spiess-Ferris (American painter) she was born in 03/07/1941
- Arthur Tipton (American football player, U.S. Army officer) he was born in 05/06/1882
- Robert B. Powers (American police officer) he was born in 03/10/1900
- Woolford Bales Baker he was born in 30/12/1892
- Pelham D. Glassford (US Army general) he was born in 08/08/1883
- James Almanzar (actor (1934–2002)) he was born in 07/10/1934
- Carrick Hume Buck (1900-1959 , Hawaii lawyer) she was born in 01/01/1900
- Ray Leger he was born in 06/01/1925
- Teresa Leger Fernandez (American attorney and political candidate) she was born in 01/07/1959
- Aurora Lucero-White Lea (American folklorist, author, and suffragette) she was born in 08/02/1894
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Las Vegas, NM. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 187897 | New Mexico Highlands University | Las Vegas (NM) | 87701 |
| 363633 | Luna Community College | Las Vegas (NM) | 87701 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Las Vegas, NM. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LSV | Las Vegas station | Railroad & Lincoln Streets | RAIL |
| LMY | Lamy station | Santa Fe County Road 33 | RAIL |
| SAF | Santa Fe (Lamy Shuttle), New Mexico | No specific stop location | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Las Vegas.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vega Post Office | Las Vegas (NM) | 87701 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Las Vegas, Nevada The twenty-fifth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Las Vegas metropolitan area. with a population of 646,790 people.
Other cities in San Miguel County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in San Miguel County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Pecos | 1,313 | Human settlement in San Miguel County, New Mexico, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Las Vegas distances to largest New Mexico cities