San Lorenzo, Grant County, New Mexico facts for kids
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San Lorenzo,
Grant County, New Mexico |
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 San Lorenzo, Grant County, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
San Lorenzo, Grant County, New Mexico
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Grant |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.749 sq mi (4.53 km2) |
| • Land | 1.747 sq mi (4.52 km2) |
| • Water | 0.002 sq mi (0.005 km2) |
| Elevation | 5,702 ft (1,738 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 97 |
| • Density | 55.46/sq mi (21.41/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 575 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2584207 |
San Lorenzo is a small community in Grant County, New Mexico, United States. It is known as a census-designated place, or CDP. This means it is an area that looks like a town but does not have its own local government.
San Lorenzo is about 13 miles (21 km) east-northeast of Bayard. In 2010, the population of San Lorenzo was 97 people.
What is a CDP?
A census-designated place (CDP) is a special kind of area. It is defined by the United States Census Bureau. CDPs are like towns or villages but are not legally incorporated. This means they do not have their own mayor or town council.
Instead, they are part of a larger county. The county government manages services for them. These services include things like roads and public safety.
History of San Lorenzo
San Lorenzo has a simple history. A post office was open in the community for many years. It served the local residents from 1886 until 1963. This post office helped people send and receive mail.
Geography and Location
San Lorenzo is located in the southwestern part of New Mexico. It is in Grant County. The area is part of the Mountain Time Zone.
The community sits at an elevation of 5,702 feet (1,738 meters) above sea level. This high elevation means it is in a mountainous region. The landscape around San Lorenzo is typical of New Mexico. It features deserts and mountains.
Population Facts
According to the 2010 census, San Lorenzo had a population of 97 people. This makes it a very small community. Population numbers help us understand how many people live in an area.
Census data is important for planning. It helps local governments decide where to put resources. These resources include schools and hospitals.
See also
- In Spanish: San Lorenzo (Nuevo México) para niños
