Sunland Park Population 2026
Sunland Park has a population of 15,940, making it the #2939 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in New Mexico. It is about 552× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,940
Rank in United States
#2939
Coordinates
31.80°N, 106.58°W
~1,160 m elevation · America/Denver
Distance to capital (Washington)
2,780 km
1,726 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 |
| South Valley | 40,976 | #1085 |
Cities near Sunland Park
- El Paso678,815 people · ~10 km away
- Socorro33,222 people · ~31 km away
- Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia28,637 people · ~33 km away
- Horizon City19,288 people · ~37 km away
- Las Cruces101,643 people · ~60 km away
- Alamogordo30,753 people · ~136 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sunland Park?
Sunland Park has a population of 15,940 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2939 biggest city in United States.
What state is Sunland Park in?
Sunland Park is located in New Mexico, United States.
Is Sunland Park the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 2,780 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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