Hobbs, Desert city in Lea County, New Mexico, United States.
Located near the Texas border at 1104 meters elevation, Hobbs extends across southeastern New Mexico with modern residential areas and industrial sectors.
The discovery of oil deposits by Midwest Oil Company in 1927 transformed Hobbs from a small farming settlement into a regional petroleum center.
The University of the Southwest and New Mexico Junior College form educational centers that support academic development and research in the region.
The South Hobbs Convenience Center provides waste management services while multiple municipal departments deliver essential services to residents.
Rockwind Community Links features both an 18-hole championship course and a 9-hole course, making it a principal recreational facility in the region.
Location: Lea County
Inception: 1907
Elevation above the sea: 1,104 m
Website: http://hobbsnm.org
GPS coordinates: 32.71222,-103.14056
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:33
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