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Blanco, New Mexico
Census-designated place
Blanco, New Mexico is located in New Mexico
Blanco, New Mexico
Blanco, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
Country United States
State New Mexico
County San Juan
Area
 • Total 6.49 sq mi (16.80 km2)
 • Land 6.14 sq mi (15.92 km2)
 • Water 0.34 sq mi (0.89 km2)
Elevation
5,591 ft (1,704 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 491
 • Density 79.90/sq mi (30.85/km2)
Time zone UTC-7 (Mountain (MST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-6 (MDT)
ZIP code
87412
Area code(s) 505
GNIS feature ID 2584057

Blanco is a small community located in San Juan County, New Mexico, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes. It's like a neighborhood or a small town that doesn't have its own city government.

As of the 2020 census, about 491 people live in Blanco. The community has its own post office with the ZIP code 87412, which first opened on March 6, 1901. A main road, U.S. Route 64, goes right through Blanco. In 1900, a church parish was started here, with St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church serving as an important center for many smaller church missions in the area.

What is Blanco Like?

Blanco is found in the beautiful state of New Mexico. It's a quiet place where people live and work. The area covers about 6.49 square miles, with most of that being land. The elevation of Blanco is about 5,591 feet above sea level. This means it's located in a higher area, which can affect the weather and scenery.

How Many People Live Here?

The number of people living in Blanco changes over time.

Historical population
Census Pop.
2020 491
U.S. Decennial Census

In 2010, the population was 388 people. By 2020, it grew to 491 people. This information comes from the official U.S. Census, which counts everyone living in the country every ten years.

Schools in Blanco

Students in Blanco attend schools that are part of the Bloomfield Schools district. The local high school for students in this area is Bloomfield High School.

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