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La Cueva, New Mexico
La Cueva, Sandoval County, New Mexico is located in New Mexico
La Cueva, Sandoval County, New Mexico
La Cueva, Sandoval County, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
Country United States
State New Mexico
County Sandoval
Area
 • Total 1.647 sq mi (4.27 km2)
 • Land 1.647 sq mi (4.27 km2)
 • Water 0 sq mi (0 km2)
Elevation
7,680 ft (2,340 m)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 168
 • Density 102.0/sq mi (39.38/km2)
Time zone UTC-7 (Mountain (MST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-6 (MDT)
Area code(s) 575
GNIS feature ID 902763

La Cueva is a small community located in Sandoval County, New Mexico, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area that the government counts for population surveys, even if it's not an officially incorporated city or town.

According to the 2010 census, about 168 people lived in La Cueva. A main road, New Mexico State Road 126, passes right through the community, connecting it to other areas.

Where is La Cueva Located?

La Cueva is found in the state of New Mexico. Its exact location is at 35°52′27″N 106°38′38″W / 35.8742400°N 106.6439000°W / 35.8742400; -106.6439000. The U.S. Census Bureau says that La Cueva covers an area of about 1.647 square miles. This entire area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within its boundaries. The community is located at an elevation of 7,680 feet above sea level.

Schools in La Cueva

Students living in La Cueva attend schools that are part of the Jemez Valley Public Schools district. This district is responsible for providing education to children and teenagers in the area.

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