Torrance County, New Mexico

county in New Mexico, United States

Torrance County is a county located in the center of the U.S. state of New Mexico. As of the 2020 census, the population was 15,045.[1] The county seat is Estancia.[2]

Torrance County
Torrance County Courthouse in Estancia
Torrance County Courthouse in Estancia
Flag of Torrance County
Map of New Mexico highlighting Torrance County
Location within the U.S. state of New Mexico
Map of the United States highlighting New Mexico
New Mexico's location within the U.S.
Coordinates: 34°38′N 105°51′W / 34.64°N 105.85°W / 34.64; -105.85
Country United States
State New Mexico
FoundedMarch 16, 1903
SeatEstancia
Largest cityMoriarty
Area
 • Total3,346 sq mi (8,670 km2)
 • Land3,345 sq mi (8,660 km2)
 • Water0.9 sq mi (2 km2)  0.03%
Population
 (2020)
 • Total15,045
 • Density4.5/sq mi (1.7/km2)
Time zoneUTC−7 (Mountain)
 • Summer (DST)UTC−6 (MDT)
Congressional district1st
Websitewww.torrancecountynm.org

References

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  1. "QuickFacts: Torrance County, New Mexico". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 17, 2024.
  2. "Find a County". National Association of Counties. Retrieved June 7, 2011.