Otero County

Otero County is an administrative division in south-central New Mexico that encompasses multiple municipalities and unincorporated areas. Its government operates through various departments handling law enforcement, public health, infrastructure, and land management across the territory.

The county was established in the 1800s as settlement expanded across the region. Its government framework with a board system developed to handle the growing needs of communities and land administration.

The county departments organize community programs and public meetings, fostering participation between residents and local government representatives.

Services and offices are distributed across the county, with some locations easier to reach than others depending on where you are. Planning ahead about which services you need makes navigation simpler since facilities are spread throughout the area.

The county maintains a detention center, rifle range, and DWI supervision program while coordinating with multiple agencies to ensure public safety.

Location: New Mexico

Inception: January 30, 1899

Capital city: Alamogordo

Shares border with: Hudspeth County, El Paso County, Culberson County, Lincoln County, Chaves County, Eddy County, Sierra County, Doña Ana County

Website: http://co.otero.nm.us

GPS coordinates: 32.62000,-105.73000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:01