Escondida, New Mexico facts for kids
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Escondida, New Mexico
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 Escondida, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Socorro |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.13 sq mi (0.35 km2) |
| • Land | 0.13 sq mi (0.35 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,626 ft (1,410 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 45 |
| • Density | 335.82/sq mi (129.43/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 575 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2584096 |
Escondida is a small place in Socorro County, New Mexico, United States. It is not an official town or city, but rather an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government. In 2010, about 47 people lived there. A major highway, Interstate 25, goes right through Escondida.
Where is Escondida Located?
Escondida is found in the state of New Mexico. It is part of Socorro County. The community covers a very small area. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, its total area is about 0.135 square miles. All of this area is land, with no water.
Who Lives in Escondida?
The number of people living in Escondida is quite small. In 2020, the population was 45 people. This makes it a very quiet and spread-out community.
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| 2020 | 45 | — | |
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Learning in Escondida
Students living in Escondida attend schools that are part of the Socorro Consolidated Schools district. The main high school for students in this area is Socorro High School.
