Hurley, New Mexico facts for kids
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Hurley, New Mexico
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Brindley Town
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Location of Hurley, New Mexico
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 Hurley, New Mexico
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Grant |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.02 sq mi (2.65 km2) |
| • Land | 1.02 sq mi (2.64 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 5,716 ft (1,742 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,256 |
| • Density | 1,231.37/sq mi (475.35/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
88043
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| Area code(s) | 575 |
| FIPS code | 35-33850 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2412784 |
Hurley is a small town located in Grant County, New Mexico, in the United States. It's a quiet place with a friendly community. In 2020, about 1,256 people lived there.
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Where is Hurley Located?
Hurley is found in the eastern-central part of Grant County. A main road, U.S. Route 180, goes right through the town. This road can take you north about 4 miles (6.4 km) to Bayard. If you head southeast for about 38 miles (61 km), you'll reach Deming and Interstate 10.
Nearby Places and Features
Just a few miles south of Hurley, you'll find the Grant County Airport. There's also a small area called Apache Tejo nearby, which includes a ranch.
To the east of Hurley, there's a very large open-pit mine called the Chino Mine. This mine and its related buildings are a big part of the area's history and economy.
How Big is Hurley?
According to official measurements, the town of Hurley covers a total area of about 1.02 square miles (2.65 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with only a tiny bit, about 0.004 square miles (0.01 square kilometers), being water.
Who Lives in Hurley?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 2,079 | — | |
| 1960 | 1,851 | −11.0% | |
| 1970 | 1,796 | −3.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,616 | −10.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,534 | −5.1% | |
| 2000 | 1,464 | −4.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,297 | −11.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,256 | −3.2% | |
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The number of people living in Hurley has changed over the years. In 2000, there were 1,464 people. By 2010, the population was 1,297, and in 2020, it was 1,256.
Most people in Hurley live in family homes. In 2000, about 29.5% of homes had children under 18 living there. Many families were married couples. Some homes were led by a single parent, often a mother.
The people in Hurley come from different backgrounds. In 2000, about 60% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Age Groups in Hurley
The town has people of all ages. In 2000:
- About 26.5% of the population was under 18 years old.
- About 8.2% were young adults aged 18 to 24.
- About 22.0% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 24.2% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 19.1% were 65 years old or older.
The average age in Hurley in 2000 was 38 years old. This means there's a good mix of younger and older residents in the town.
See also
In Spanish: Hurley (Nuevo México) para niños
