Cuartelez, New Mexico facts for kids
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Cuartelez, New Mexico
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Location of Cuartelez, New Mexico
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 Cuartelez, New Mexico
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Mexico |
| County | Santa Fe |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.37 sq mi (3.54 km2) |
| • Land | 1.37 sq mi (3.54 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 5,906 ft (1,800 m) |
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| • Total | 455 |
| • Density | 332.85/sq mi (128.49/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 505 |
| FIPS code | 35-19110 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2408630 |
Cuartelez (also spelled Cuarteles) is a small community in Santa Fe County, New Mexico, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's an area identified by the government for statistics, but it's not officially a city or town. Cuartelez is part of the larger Santa Fe, New Mexico area. In 2010, about 469 people lived here. By 2020, the population was 455.
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Where is Cuartelez Located?
Cuartelez is found in the state of New Mexico. It is specifically located within Santa Fe County. This community is part of the Santa Fe, New Mexico Metropolitan Statistical Area. This means it's connected to the larger Santa Fe city area.
Land Area of Cuartelez
The United States Census Bureau collects information about places like Cuartelez. According to their data, the community covers a total area of about 1.4 square miles (3.54 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Who Lives in Cuartelez?
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| 2020 | 455 | — | |
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The population of Cuartelez has changed a bit over the years. In 2000, there were 452 people living there. By 2020, the number was 455.
People and Families
In 2000, there were 165 households in Cuartelez. A household is a group of people living together in one home. Most of these households, 129, were families. About 41.8% of households had children under 18 living with them. Many were married couples.
Age Groups in the Community
The people in Cuartelez come from different age groups. In 2000, about 27.7% of the population was under 18 years old. About 10.4% were 65 years or older. The average age of people in Cuartelez was 31 years old. This means it's a community with a mix of young people, adults, and seniors.
Background of Residents
In 2000, a large part of the population in Cuartelez was of Hispanic or Latino background, making up about 86% of the people. The community also had people from different racial backgrounds, including White and Native American residents.
Income and Economy
In 2000, the average income for a household in Cuartelez was about $33,906 per year. For families, the average income was around $27,426. The average income per person was $17,445. About 9.6% of the population lived below the poverty line. This means they had lower incomes compared to the average.
See also
- In Spanish: Cuartelez (Nuevo México) para niños
