Lyden, New Mexico facts for kids
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Lyden, New Mexico
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 Lyden, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Rio Arriba |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.24 sq mi (5.81 km2) |
| • Land | 2.24 sq mi (5.81 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 6,172 ft (1,881 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 250 |
| • Density | 111.51/sq mi (43.04/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−07:00 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−06:00 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 505 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2584150 |
Lyden is a small community in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a place with a shared identity but without its own local government. It's also a "census-designated place," which is a special area the government defines for counting people.
In 2010, about 245 people lived in Lyden. By 2020, the population grew slightly to 250. The community is located on the west side of the Rio Grande river. Long ago, Lyden was called "El Bosque." It even had its own post office from 1902 to 1957.
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Lyden's Location and Size
Lyden is located in the state of New Mexico. It sits on the western bank of the famous Rio Grande river.
How Big is Lyden?
The U.S. Census Bureau is a government agency that collects information about people and places. According to them, Lyden covers an area of about 2.24 square miles. All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within its official boundaries.
Who Lives in Lyden?
This section tells us about the people living in Lyden. It's often called "demographics."
Lyden's Population Over Time
The number of people living in Lyden has changed over the years.
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| 2020 | 250 | — | |
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In 2010, the population was 245 people. By the year 2020, the population had grown to 250 people.
Schools in Lyden
Students in Lyden attend schools that are part of the Española Public Schools district.
High School for Lyden Students
The main public high school for students from Lyden is Española Valley High School. This school serves many communities in the area.
See also
In Spanish: Lyden para niños
