Sausal, New Mexico facts for kids
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Sausal, New Mexico
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Census-designated place
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 Sausal, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Valencia |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.25 sq mi (5.82 km2) |
| • Land | 2.25 sq mi (5.82 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,813 ft (1,467 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 858 |
| • Density | 382.01/sq mi (147.46/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 2584215 |
Sausal is a small community located in Valencia County, New Mexico, in the United States. It's called a census-designated place (CDP) because it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes. This helps collect information about its population.
In 2020, about 858 people lived in Sausal.
Geography of Sausal
Sausal is located in the state of New Mexico. The United States Census Bureau reports that Sausal covers a total area of about 5.91 square kilometers (or 2.25 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within its boundaries.
Population and People
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| 2020 | 858 | — | |
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In 2010, the population of Sausal was 1,056 people. This means there were about 178.67 people living in each square kilometer.
The people living in Sausal come from many different backgrounds. In 2010, a large part of the population, about 61.74%, identified as Hispanic or Latino. The community is made up of various groups, including White, African American, Native American, and Asian residents. Some people also identify with two or more races.
Schools in Sausal
Students in Sausal attend schools that are part of the Belén Consolidated Schools district. The main high school for the area is Belén High School.
More Information
- In Spanish: Sausal (Nuevo México) para niños
