What is the Capital of New Mexico?

What is the capital of New Mexico?

Santa Fe

Santa Fe is the capital of New Mexico (NM). New Mexico is known as The Land of Enchantment and sits in the West. See the full New Mexico profile for borders, symbols, map practice, and quizzes.

Study note

New Mexico joined the Union in 1912. Review Santa Fe with other West capitals before mixing all 50 states.

Quick facts

Nickname

The Land of Enchantment

Abbreviation

Region

West · Mountain

Statehood

1912

More West capitals

Review Santa Fe with nearby West capitals before mixing all 50 states.

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Bordering states

New Mexico borders Arizona, Colorado, Oklahoma, Texas. Border context helps capitals stick to the map.

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FAQ

What is the capital of New Mexico?

The capital of New Mexico is Santa Fe.

What is New Mexico's capital city?

Santa Fe is the capital city of New Mexico.

What region is New Mexico in?

New Mexico is in the West region, in the Mountain division.

How can I practice New Mexico and its capital?

Use the State Capitals Quiz on StateGuess, then review the full states and capitals list.