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Information on Socorro, Socorro County

Welcome to our dedicated page for Socorro, located in the state of New Mexico, Socorro County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Socorro, Socorro County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.

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Socorro City HALL, Socorro County

Socorro City Hall's address	Socorro Socorro Municipal Building 111 School of Mines Rd Socorro, NM 87801 United States
Phone number of Socorro City Hall	+1 575-835-0240
Socorro, NM email	Not available
Socorro official website	socorronm.gov
Mayor of Socorro	Ravi Bhasker
Socorro County, New Mexico: Vital Records	Socorro vital records
Birth Certificate	Order your New Mexico birth certificate online

Common questions about Socorro

What county is Socorro NM in?

Socorro, NM is located in Socorro County

Where is Socorro, New Mexico ?

Socorro is located in Socorro County in central New Mexico, USA. Positioned along the Rio Grande, it is situated roughly 74 miles south of Albuquerque and 146 miles north of Las Cruces. Socorro lies at the crossroads of Interstate 25 and U.S. Route 60, highlighting its importance in regional transportation.

What is the cost of living in Socorro NM ?

Socorro administrative division

Country	United States
State	New Mexico
County	Socorro - other counties in New Mexico

Socorro building department, NM

If you're planning a construction project in Socorro, NM, obtaining the necessary permits is an essential step before breaking ground. Building permit applications are handled through the City of Socorro’s Building Department, which is committed to ensuring compliance with local building codes and safety regulations. To get started, you can visit their office for detailed instructions on the application process. It's important to reach out directly to the department to inquire about the specific fees and typical processing times, as these can vary depending on the scope and nature of your project. For any additional questions or to ensure your paperwork is in order, the office staff is available to offer guidance and support throughout the process.

Office	Socorro City Building Department
City	Socorro
State	New Mexico
Address	111 School of Mines Road, Socorro, NM 87801
Phone	575-835-0240
Website	http://www.socorronm.gov

Demography of Socorro

Name of Socorro inhabitants (demonym)	Not available
Date	Current value	Classed by Region/Country
Population	8 707 inhabitants (2020)	23 / 3 811
Population density in Socorro	604,6 pop/sq mi (233,4 pop/km²)

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List of Passport Facilities in Socorro, NM

Where to apply for a passport in Socorro, NM? There are 1 passport offices in Socorro, try one of these:

Name	Street	Phone number
SOCORRO MAIN POST OFFICE	124 PLAZA STREET	5758350542

Top 3 most popular banks in Socorro

There are 4 bank branches in Socorro.
First State Bank is the most popular bank in Socorro with 2 branch offices, followed by Washington Federal Bank, National Association with 1 branch offices and then Wells Fargo Bank, National Association with 1 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Socorro:

Bank's name	Number of branch offices	Service Type
First State Bank	2	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Washington Federal Bank, National Association	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Wells Fargo Bank, National Association	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Socorro administrative numbers

Socorro City code	3573540
Socorro town phone area code	575
Socorro City postcode	87801

Toponymy and translation of Socorro

Arabic: سوكورو	Japanese: ソコロ	Kazakh: Сокорро
Korean: 소코로	Navajo: Sighóla	Russian: Сокорро
Chinese: 索科罗

Transportation modes in Socorro

Airport	Socorro Municipal Airport 2.2 miles Truth or Consequences Municipal Airport 60.5 miles Albuquerque International Sunport 70.2 miles

Socorro territory

Socorro area	14,40 sq mi (37,30 km²)
Socorro altitude	4 675 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinates	Latitude: 34.0514 Longitude: -106.888 Latitude: 34° 3' 5'' North Longitude: 106° 53' 17'' West
Time zone	UTC -7:00 (America/Denver) Summer time : UTC -6:00 Winter time : UTC -7:00
Local time
Namesake of Socorro	Socorro, Texas, États-Unis Socorro, Philippines Socorro, Santander, Colombie Socorro, São Paulo, Brésil Socorro, Philippines
Natural parks	Socorro isn't part of a natural park

What is Socorro close to?

Nearby cities include: Magdalena

Magdalena	Magdalena
Magdalena


Magdalena 19.1 miles

Distance between Socorro and other main cities and towns

New York City : 1854 miles	Los Angeles : 651 miles	Chicago : 1178 miles
Houston : 737 miles	Phoenix : 301 miles closest	Philadelphia : 1790 miles
San Antonio : 588 miles	San Diego : 600 miles	Dallas : 588 miles
San Jose : 872 miles	Fort Worth : 559 miles	Austin : 596 miles
Jacksonville : 1495 miles	Columbus : 1389 miles	Indianapolis : 1210 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Elementary schools in Socorro

Cottonwood Valley Charter

District of Socorro Consolidated Schools
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 8
Students : 170

Parkview Elementary

District of Socorro Consolidated Schools
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 3
Students : 383

Zimmerly Elementary

District of Socorro Consolidated Schools
Lowest grade : 4, Highest grade : 5
Students : 203

Middle schools in Socorro

R. Sarracino Middle

District of Socorro Consolidated Schools
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 368

High schools in Socorro

Socorro High

District of Socorro Consolidated Schools
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 461