Old Carthage, New Mexico

Old Carthage: Situated in the high desert terrain of Socorro County at an elevation of 5,092 feet, this abandoned settlement formerly served as a significant coal mining camp.

About

Old Carthage is a city located in the county of Socorro in the U.S. state of New Mexico.

Quick Facts about Old Carthage

State New Mexico (United States)
County Socorro County
Latitude & Longitude 33.8767,-106.7275
Time Zone America/Denver
Local time 17:33:17 (6th November 2026)
Weather 40℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather

Geography

Old Carthage is located at 33°52'36"N 106°43'39"W (33.8767300, -106.7275200).

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Weather

40°F
Partly Cloudy
5 mph NE Tonight

Partly cloudy, with a low around 40. Northeast wind around 5 mph.

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Nearby Schools and Colleges

Schools and campuses linked to Old Carthage, NM. Select a name to open its map and contact details.

Code Name City ZIP
187967 New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology Socorro (NM) 87801

Nearby Transit Stations (1)

Rail and bus stations connected to Old Carthage, NM. Select a station to open its map and address details.

Code Name Address Type
TOC Truth or Consequences, New Mexico 8 South Date St. BUS

Closest post offices linked to Old Carthage.

Post Office Name City ZIP
San Anton Post Office San Antonio (NM) 87832

Other cities in Socorro County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Socorro County , NM.

City Name Population Title
Socorro 8,315 City in New Mexico