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South Valley, NM

South Valley is a census-designated place (CDP) and unincorporated community in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, United States. The population was 38,338 at the 2020 Census. It is part of the Albuquerque Metropolitan Statistical Area. The U.S. Postal Service uses "Albuquerque" for all South Valley addresses (ZIP code 87105).

South Valley is located in central Bernalillo County at 35°1′N 106°41′W. It is bordered on the north, east, and half of its west side by the city of Albuquerque. The Rio Grande runs north to south through the center of the CDP.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 30.1 square miles (77.9 km²), of which 28.8 square miles (74.6 km²) is land and 1.3 square miles (3.3 km²), or 4.23%, is water.

Municipal wells San Jose number 3 and San Jose number 6 were decommissioned in 1981 due to contamination with low levels of organic solvents, halocarbons, and aromatics. These wells were plugged and abandoned in September 1994. The site remains on the Superfund site list with ongoing remedial actions to contain, capture, and reduce the concentration of the contaminant plume within the groundwater.

Presently, the South Valley is an unincorporated area in Bernalillo County that lies south of the city limits of Albuquerque. In January 2010, a special election was held in the South Valley to decide whether or not the region should incorporate into a city, to be named Valle de Atrisco. Voters in the South Valley overwhelmingly rejected incorporation by a 93 to 7 percent margin during the special election on January 5, 2010. Opponents to incorporation cited the potential costs (and tax burden for residents) for providing for education, public works, police, and fire services in the South Valley because Bernalillo County would no longer be providing these services to the community following incorporation. Supporters argued in favor of incorporation to protect the community from possible annexation into the City of Albuquerque, and the potential for increased taxes and perceived degradation of public services that would arise from being integrated into the city.

Health and wellness are important aspects of life in South Valley, with access to healthcare services and recreational opportunities readily available to residents. South Valley Care Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. For a rejuvenating experience, visit Ten Thousand Waves, a Japanese-style spa known for its serene hot springs. Blackstone Hotsprings offers a unique soak in geothermal waters, perfect for relaxation. For a holistic approach, Yoga Vibrations provides sound bath sessions that harmonize the body and mind. Explore the outdoors with the Dolores Huerta Gateway Park, which provides ample space for hiking and picnicking. Planet Fitness and Anytime Fitness offer 24/7 access to top-notch equipment and personalized training programs.

The top sites in South Valley, NM are ABQ BioPark - Botanic Garden, Gutierrez-Hubbell House, and Albuquerque Museum.

Population: 38,338 (2020). Elevation: 4,950 feet (1,509 meters). Area: 49.8 square miles (129.1 km²). ZIP Code: 87105. Area Code(s): 505.

FAQs

What are the demographics of South Valley, NM?

South Valley, NM is home to a population of 37.6k people, of which 91.7% are citizens. As of 2022, 14.6% of South Valley, NM residents were born outside of the country (5.51k people). In 2022, there were 1.36 times more White (Hispanic) residents (12.5k people) in South Valley, NM than any other race or ethnicity. There were 9.18k Two+ (Hispanic) and 8.42k Other (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What is the history of the South Valley, NM?

The history of settlement in the South Valley area began when bands of nomadic hunters and gatherers entered the area at least 12,000 years ago and continued through the periods of Pueblo Indian, Spanish, Mexican, and United States settlement. Archeological evidence indicates that the first pueblo builders entered the valley of the Rio Grande over 600 years ago. The sites of at least five Pueblo Indian community complexes have been identified in the valley area south of Central Avenue and north of Isleta Pueblo.

Is South Valley, NM a good place to live?

South Valley is in Bernalillo County. Living in South Valley offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In South Valley, there are a lot of parks. Many families live in South Valley and residents tend to lean liberal.

Sources

Wikipedia

Bernalillo County

Albuqhistsoc

Data USA

Niche

ABQ BioPark - Botanic Garden

Gutierrez-Hubbell House

Albuquerque Museum

South Valley Care Center

Ten Thousand Waves

Blackstone Hotsprings

Yoga Vibrations

Dolores Huerta Gateway Park

Planet Fitness

Anytime Fitness

South Valley Academy

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