Home » New Mexico Counties » Bernalillo County Map, New Mexico

Bernalillo County Map, New Mexico

We allow you to use our Bernalillo County map. Attribution is required.

Bernalillo County, New Mexico

Bernalillo Location Map New Mexico

Bernalillo County is right in the heart of New Mexico. It’s home to Albuquerque, the state’s biggest city. This place has a mix of urban life and stunning landscapes. The Rio Grande runs through it, giving life to the high desert.

You can see the Sandia Mountains from pretty much anywhere in the county. They’re gorgeous at sunset. Locals love outdoor activities here. Hiking, biking, and hot air ballooning are big hits.

The county has deep roots in Native American and Hispanic cultures. You can feel the history in the air. It’s a place where old meets new in the most interesting ways.

CategoryDetails
County NameBernalillo County
County SeatAlbuquerque
PopulationApproximately 690,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesAlbuquerque, South Valley, North Valley, Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, Tijeras
Interstates and HighwaysInterstate 25, Interstate 40, U.S. Route 550, New Mexico State Road 45
FIPS Code35-001
Total Area (Land and Water)1,167 square miles (1,161 sq mi land, 6 sq mi water)
Adjacent Counties (and Direction)Sandoval County (North), Santa Fe County (East), Torrance County (East), Valencia County (South), Cibola County (West)
Time ZoneMountain Time Zone (MT)
StateNew Mexico
Coordinates35.0527° N, 106.6291° W
EtymologyNamed after the Gonzales-Bernal family
Major LandmarksSandia Peak Tramway, Petroglyph National Monument, Old Town Albuquerque, Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
WebsiteBernalillo County Website

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *