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Socorro, New Mexico

S. state of New Mexico.

Type TownPopulation 8,707

Why go

  • City in New Mexico, United States.
  • Served by Socorro Municipal Airport (ONM).

History

Socorro is a city in Socorro County in the U.S. state of New Mexico. It is in the Rio Grande Valley at an elevation of 4,579 feet (1,396 m). At the 2020 census, the population was 8,707. It is the county seat of Socorro County. Socorro is located 74 miles (119 km) south of Albuquerque and 146 miles (235 km) north of Las Cruces.

Airports

Socorro Municipal Airport (ONM) 2.5 mi to the centre
Socorro, NM, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Magdalena Airport 23 mi to the centre
Magdalena, NM, US
Outdoor
Rancho Magdalena Airport 23 mi to the centre
Magdalena, NM, US
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Socorro Municipal Airport (ONM); 6 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Socorro, New Mexico. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

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