Socorro County Map, New Mexico
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Socorro County, New Mexico
Socorro County stretches from the Rio Grande valley to the Plains of San Agustin in the heart of New Mexico. It’s the second largest county in the state. This place has some serious science cred. The Very Large Array, that massive field of radio telescopes, is here. It’s like something out of a sci-fi movie.
Socorro is the county seat and is home to New Mexico Tech. It’s a top-notch engineering school. But it’s not all about science. The county has deep roots in Spanish colonial history. The name “Socorro” means “help” in Spanish. Legend has it the Piro Indians helped hungry Spanish colonists.
Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge is a big draw. Thousands of sandhill cranes winter there. It’s a sight to see. The Magdalena Mountains offer great hiking and camping. Cibola National Forest occupies the southwest of the county.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Socorro County |
| County Seat | Socorro |
| Population | Approximately 18,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Socorro, Magdalena, San Antonio, Lemitar, Polvadera |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 25, U.S. Route 60, U.S. Route 85, New Mexico State Road 1 |
| FIPS Code | 35-053 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 6,649 square miles (6,647 sq mi land, 2 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Cibola County (Northwest), Valencia County (North), Torrance County (Northeast), Lincoln County (East), Sierra County (South), Catron County (West) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time Zone (MT) |
| State | New Mexico |
| Coordinates | 34.0159° N, 106.9029° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Spanish word for “help” |
| Major Landmarks | Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, Very Large Array, New Mexico Tech, San Miguel Mission |
| Website | Socorro County Website |
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