Valencia County, County administrative center in New Mexico, United States
Valencia County spans 1,068 square miles of land in central New Mexico, containing both urban developments and natural landscapes within the Albuquerque Metropolitan area.
The county began its administrative operations on January 9, 1852, and maintained its original boundaries until 1981 when Cibola County separated from its territory.
The population of 76,205 residents represents a mix of Hispanic, Native American, and Anglo communities, reflecting New Mexico's multicultural heritage.
The county government provides multiple services through dedicated departments, including public works, emergency management, and juvenile justice programs.
Until 2020, Valencia County held the national record for accurately predicting the outcome of United States presidential elections.
Location: New Mexico
Inception: January 9, 1852
Capital city: Los Lunas
Shares border with: Bernalillo County, Torrance County, Socorro County, Cibola County
Website: http://co.valencia.nm.us
GPS coordinates: 34.72000,-106.80000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:53
Los Lunas Decalogue Stone
19.4 km
Sandia Base
42.4 km
University Stadium
41.7 km
ABQ BioPark Zoo
41.8 km
Santa Fe Railway Shops
41.8 km
Ladron Peak
41.1 km
National Solar Thermal Test Facility
38.1 km
Gutiérrez-Hubbell House
31.4 km
Manzano Wilderness
33.4 km
Rio Puerco Bridge
37.2 km
Space Development and Test Wing
41.5 km
Pottery Mound
11.4 km
Coronado School
42.2 km
Belen Harvey House
7.3 km
Albuquerque Veterans Administration Medical Center
42.2 km
Charles W. Lewis Building
41.4 km
West San Jose School
41 km
Old Armijo School
39.2 km
Superintendent's House, Atlantic & Pacific Railroad
41.8 km
Hope Building
41.8 km
Tome Jail
6.8 km
Belen City Hall
7.1 km
Miguel E. Baca House
6.4 km
El Cerro Tome Site
9.5 km
Otero's 66 Service
11.4 km
Felipe Chaves House
6.8 km
Los Lunas Museum of Heritage & Arts
11.4 km
Belen Public Library
7.1 kmReviews
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