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3. Rio Rancho

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5. Roswell

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Located in the southwestern part of the United States, New Mexico is the fifth largest state in terms of area but only the 36th largest in terms of population.
  • This makes New Mexico one of the most sparsely populated states of all, ranking 45th in terms of population density.
  • New Mexico is part of the 'Four Corners' region and has borders with the following states: Oklahoma, Arizona, Utah, Colorado, and Texas, as well as two Mexican states to the south.
  • New Mexico has a rich history, having been inhabited by Native Americans for many millennia before European settlers arrived.

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