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Los Chavez, New Mexico
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Location of Los Chavez, New Mexico
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 Los Chavez, New Mexico
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Valencia |
| Area | |
| • Total | 11.44 sq mi (29.64 km2) |
| • Land | 11.44 sq mi (29.64 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,823 ft (1,470 m) |
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| • Total | 4,997 |
| • Density | 436.65/sq mi (168.59/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 505 |
| FIPS code | 35-42740 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0930475 |
Los Chavez is a community in Valencia County, New Mexico. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a place that the government counts for population, but it's not an officially incorporated town or city.
In 2020, about 4,997 people lived in Los Chavez. It is part of the larger Albuquerque area.
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Exploring Los Chavez: A Look at Its Past
Los Chavez is located on the west side of the Río Grande river. The community began in 1738. This was when Nicolás Durán y Chávez received a special land grant from Atrisco.
Early Settlement and Growth
By 1790, Los Chavez had grown quite a bit. It was made up of six small village areas, often called "plazas." The community was also included in the official census taken in 1802. This shows it was an established place even back then.
Los Chavez During the U.S. Army's Travels
In the fall of 1847, a group of the U.S. Army traveled through the area. They moved south along the west bank of the Río Grande. A soldier named Philip Gooch Ferguson noted that the west side of the river was better for finding water. He mentioned camping near a small town he called "Plaza Chavez."
Understanding Los Chavez: Its Location and Size
Los Chavez is located in New Mexico. It covers an area of about 11.44 square miles (29.64 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water.
Who Lives in Los Chavez: A Look at the Population
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| 2020 | 4,997 | — | |
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In 2000, there were 5,033 people living in Los Chavez. These people lived in 1,764 homes, and 1,365 of these were families. The population density was about 491.7 people per square mile.
Diversity in the Community
The community of Los Chavez is made up of people from many different backgrounds. In 2000, about 66.42% of residents were White. About 1.27% were Native American. A significant portion, 26.43%, were from other races. Also, 54.10% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Family Life and Age Groups
Many homes in Los Chavez had children under 18 living there, about 40.1%. Most families were married couples living together (58.7%). The average home had about 2.85 people.
The population in Los Chavez is spread across different age groups. About 30.0% of the people were under 18 years old. About 30.5% were between 25 and 44 years old. The median age in the community was 35 years.
Income and Economic Well-being
In 2000, the average income for a household in Los Chavez was $38,228. For families, the average income was $40,896. About 15.8% of the total population lived below the poverty line. This included 20.3% of those under 18 years old.
Learning in Los Chavez: Local Schools
Most students in Los Chavez attend schools that are part of the Belen Consolidated Schools district. A smaller part of the community is served by Los Lunas Public Schools. The main high school for the Belen district is Belén High School.
Famous People from Los Chavez
Los Chavez has been home to some notable individuals:
- Dennis Chávez – He was an important politician. He served in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate.
- Antoinette Sedillo Lopez – She is an attorney and a member of the New Mexico Senate.
See also
In Spanish: Los Chaves para niños
