Rio Puerco, New Mexico
Rio Puerco: Situated within the high desert of central New Mexico at an elevation of 5,049 feet, this Valencia County settlement lies along the valley of a significant Rio Grande tributary.
About
Rio Puerco is a city located in the county of Valencia in the U.S. state of New Mexico.
Quick Facts about Rio Puerco
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Valencia County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 34.7931,-106.9936 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 02:26:36 (7th November 2026) |
| Weather | 42℉ Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Rio Puerco is located at 34°47'35"N 106°59'37"W (34.7931100, -106.9936400).
Rio Puerco map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers before 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 42. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Rio Puerco, NM. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 188049 | University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus | Los Lunas (NM) | 87031-7633 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Rio Puerco, NM. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABQ | Alvarado Transportation Center | 320 First Street SW | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Rio Puerco.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Los Lunas 2 Post Office | Los Lunas (NM) | 87031 |
Other cities in Valencia County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Valencia County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Los Lunas | 16,282 | Village in Valencia County, New Mexico, United States |
| Belen | 7,496 | City in Valencia County, New Mexico, United States |
| Los Chavez | 5,446 | City in Valencia County, New Mexico, United States of America |
| Bosque Farms | 3,851 | Village in New Mexico, United States |
| Peralta | 3,635 | Town in Valencia County, New Mexico, United States |
| Jarales | 2,475 | City in Valencia County, New Mexico, United States of America |