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Socorro, NM

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Population
8,261
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
4,600 ft
Median Home Value
$152,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$711/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$39,375
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in New MexicoPopulation rankingHighest population places in New MexicoNearest larger communityLos Lunas, New Mexico52 miles away · 20,572 residents.

About Socorro

Socorro is a city and the county seat of Socorro County, New Mexico, situated in the Rio Grande Valley. Steeped in history dating back to Juan de Oñate's 1598 expedition and home to the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, the community of approximately 8,481 is served by the Socorro Consolidated Schools district for public primary and secondary education.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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