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Ventura, New Mexico
Ventura, New Mexico is located in New Mexico
Ventura, New Mexico
Ventura, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
Ventura, New Mexico is located in the United States
Ventura, New Mexico
Ventura, New Mexico
Location in the United States
Country United States
State New Mexico
County Luna
Area
 • Total 5.46 sq mi (14.14 km2)
 • Land 5.46 sq mi (14.14 km2)
 • Water 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation
4,262 ft (1,299 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 535
 • Density 97.99/sq mi (37.83/km2)
Time zone UTC-7 (Mountain (MST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-6 (MDT)
Area code(s) 575
GNIS feature ID 2584232

Ventura is a small community located in Luna County, New Mexico, in the United States. It's known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. In 2020, about 535 people lived in Ventura.

Where is Ventura Located?

Ventura is in the state of New Mexico. It's part of Luna County. The community covers an area of about 5.46 square miles (14.14 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within its boundaries.

Who Lives in Ventura?

The number of people living in Ventura changes over time. According to the 2020 census, 535 people called Ventura home. This information helps us understand how communities grow or change.

Learning in Ventura

Children and teens living in Ventura attend schools that are part of the Deming Public Schools district. This is the same school district that serves other areas in Luna County.

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