South Valley Population 2026
South Valley has a population of 40,976, making it the #1085 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Mexico. It is about 215× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,976
Rank in United States
#1085
Coordinates
35.01°N, 106.68°W
~1,501 m elevation · America/Denver
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,657 km
1,650 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New Mexico
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | 564,559 | #31 |
| Las Cruces | 101,643 | #316 |
| Rio Rancho | 87,521 | #396 |
| Enchanted Hills | 87,521 | #397 |
| Santa Fe | 87,505 | #398 |
| Roswell | 48,544 | #908 |
| Farmington | 42,871 | #1029 |
| Clovis | 39,480 | #1130 |
Cities near South Valley
- Albuquerque564,559 people · ~9 km away
- Los Lunas15,336 people · ~23 km away
- Rio Rancho87,521 people · ~25 km away
- Enchanted Hills87,521 people · ~37 km away
- Santa Fe87,505 people · ~101 km away
- Gallup23,240 people · ~196 km away
FAQ
What is the population of South Valley?
South Valley has a population of 40,976 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1085 biggest city in United States.
What state is South Valley in?
South Valley is located in New Mexico, United States.
Is South Valley the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,657 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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