Truth or Consequences, New Mexico
Truth or Consequences: city in and county seat of Sierra County, New Mexico, United States
About
Truth or Consequences is a city located in the county of Sierra in the U.S. state of New Mexico. Its population at the 2010 census was 6,475 and a population density of 196 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 5,769 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Truth or Consequences
| Population | 5,769 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New Mexico (United States) |
| County | Sierra County |
| Postal code | 87901 |
| Phone Area Codes | 575 |
| Area | 33 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 33.1284,-107.2528 |
| Named for | Truth or Consequences |
| Altitude | 4,245 feet / 1294 meters |
| Capital city | Truth or Consequences is capital of Sierra County |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone |
| Local time | 00:07:36 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 175 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -12.24% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 48℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Truth or Consequences is located at 33°7'42"N 107°15'10"W (33.1284000, -107.2528100). It has 2 neighbors: Elephant Butte and Williamsburg.
Truth or Consequences map
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 48. Southwest wind 7 to 24 mph, with gusts as high as 37 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Truth or Consequences
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Truth or Consequences decreased by 12.24% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,475 | - | census |
| 2011 | 6,468 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 6,368 | -1.57% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 6,185 | -2.96% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 6,040 | -2.4% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 6,018 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,948 | -1.18% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,912 | -0.61% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,846 | -1.13% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,753 | -1.62% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,769 | 0.28% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Truth or Consequences
1US Agricultural Department
2101 S Broadway St, Truth or Consequences, NM 87901, United States View details
Phone: +15752674221 | Website available
People born in Truth or Consequences (1)
American politician Marty Martin was born in Truth or Consequences
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Truth or Consequences, 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 |
| LCR | Las Cruces, New Mexico | 304 Wyatt Drive | BUS |
| DEM | Deming station | 400 East Railroad Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Truth or Consequences.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Geronimo Spring Post Office | Truth or Consequences (NM) | 87901 |
Other cities in Sierra County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Sierra County , NM.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Elephant Butte | 1,320 | City in Sierra County, New Mexico, United States |
| Williamsburg | 415 | Village in Sierra County, New Mexico, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Truth or Consequences distances to largest New Mexico cities