Where is Edgewood Located? - Edgewood is a city located in the Santa Fe County of New Mexico, United States. Edgewood lies between 43.4918307 Degrees North latitudes and 116.4201223 Degrees West longitudes.
Location Map of Edgewood, New Mexico
Edgewood Map, New Mexico, USA
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Where is Edgewood Located?
Edgewood is a city located in the Santa Fe County of New Mexico, United States. Edgewood lies between 43.4918307 Degrees North latitudes and 116.4201223 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Edgewood city is 6174 people and the city has a total area of 56.8 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
Santa Fe County, Bernalillo County, and Torrance County
State
New Mexico
State Capital
Santa Fe
US Region
Southwest
Latitude
35.0617°N
Longitude
106.1914°W
Elevation
6,690 ft (2,039 m)
Land Area
10.70 sq mi
Water Area
0.03 sq mi
Total Area
10.73 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)
6,106
Population Density
Approximately 570 per sq mi
ZIP Codes
87015
Area Code
505
Time Zone Standard
Mountain Standard Time (MST), UTC−7
Time Zone Daylight
Mountain Daylight Time (MDT), UTC−6
Currency
US Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code
35-22330
Congressional District
New Mexico's 3rd Congressional District
Nearby Cities to Edgewood, New Mexico
Moriarty, New Mexico — East — 12 mi
Tijeras, New Mexico — West — 15 mi
Cedar Crest, New Mexico — West — 10 mi
Sandia Park, New Mexico — Northwest — 12 mi
Albuquerque, New Mexico — West — 28 mi
Bernalillo, New Mexico — Northwest — 37 mi
Los Lunas, New Mexico — Southwest — 42 mi
Belen, New Mexico — Southwest — 56 mi
Santa Fe, New Mexico — North — 49 mi
Rio Rancho, New Mexico — Northwest — 39 mi
Edgewood, New Mexico Climate and Weather Overview
Month
Avg High (°F)
Avg Low (°F)
Avg Rainfall (in)
January
46
19
0.50
April
63
33
0.60
July
83
57
2.70
October
67
37
1.00
Annual
65
37
14.50
Climate Attribute
Details
Climate Classification (Köppen)
Cold Semi-Arid (BSk)
Annual Rainfall
Approximately 15 inches
Annual Sunshine Days
About 285 days
Hurricane/Tornado Risk
No hurricane risk; very low tornado risk
Snowfall
Approximately 25 inches annually
Driving Distances from Edgewood, New Mexico
City
State
Distance (mi)
Approx. Drive Time
Cedar Crest
New Mexico
10
12 min
Moriarty
New Mexico
12
15 min
Tijeras
New Mexico
15
18 min
Albuquerque
New Mexico
28
35 min
Rio Rancho
New Mexico
39
45 min
Los Lunas
New Mexico
42
50 min
Santa Fe
New Mexico
49
55 min
Belen
New Mexico
56
1 hr
Las Vegas
New Mexico
92
1 hr 30 min
Socorro
New Mexico
107
1 hr 45 min
Transportation and Connectivity in Edgewood, New Mexico
Transportation
Details
Airport Name
Albuquerque International Sunport
IATA Code
ABQ
Port
None
Major Highways
Interstate 40, New Mexico State Road 344, New Mexico State Road 333 (Historic Route 66)
Train/Amtrak Service
Nearest Amtrak station at Albuquerque
Local Bus/Transit Service
Limited regional transit services; Park and Ride commuter service nearby
Interstate 40 — Major east-west interstate connecting Edgewood with Albuquerque, Santa Rosa, and the rest of the Southwest.
New Mexico State Road 344 — Principal north-south route serving Edgewood and surrounding communities.
New Mexico State Road 333 (Historic Route 66) — Scenic highway following the original alignment of the famous Route 66 through the area.
Nearby Interstate 25 provides convenient access to Santa Fe, Las Cruces, and Colorado.
Places to Visit in Edgewood, New Mexico
Landmark Name
Type
Wildlife West Nature Park
Wildlife Park
Venus Park Observatory
Observatory
Route 66 Heritage Area
Historic Route
Cibola National Forest
National Forest
Cedar Grove Trailhead
Hiking Area
Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway
Scenic Drive
Sandia Peak Tramway
Scenic Attraction
Tinkertown Museum
Museum
Moriarty Historical Museum
History Museum
Hyde Memorial State Park
State Park
Colleges and Universities in Edgewood, New Mexico
Institution Name
Type
Level
Notable For
Central New Mexico Community College
Public
Community College
Career and technical education
University of New Mexico
Public
University
Research and healthcare
Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute
Public
University
STEM and Native American education
New Mexico Highlands University
Public
University
Liberal arts education
Santa Fe Community College
Public
Community College
Workforce and transfer programs
University of New Mexico–Valencia
Public
Community College
Higher education access
Eastern New Mexico University–Ruidoso
Public
Community College
Distance learning
Estancia Municipal Schools
Public
K–12 District
Public education
Waterbodies in Edgewood, New Mexico
Tijeras Arroyo, Cañoncito Creek, Sandia Wash, Estancia Basin, Cedar Creek, Galisteo Creek, Rio Grande, Cochiti Lake
Golf Courses in Edgewood, New Mexico
Paa-Ko Ridge Golf Club, Sandia Golf Club, The Canyon Club at Four Hills, Isleta Eagle Golf Club, Twin Warriors Golf Club, University of New Mexico Championship Golf Course, Santa Ana Golf Club, Cochiti Golf Club
Edgewood, New Mexico — Key Historical Facts
Edgewood began as a small rural settlement along the historic Route 66 corridor, serving travelers crossing central New Mexico.
The construction of Interstate 40 improved regional accessibility and encouraged residential and commercial development in the community.
The town incorporated in 1999, becoming one of New Mexico's newer municipalities.
Edgewood has grown as a commuter community for both Albuquerque and Santa Fe while maintaining its rural character.
Its location near the Sandia Mountains and the Turquoise Trail has made it a popular base for outdoor recreation and scenic travel.
Today, Edgewood is recognized for its open landscapes, family-friendly neighborhoods, Route 66 heritage, and convenient access to central New Mexico's major cities.