New Mexico

Governor
Michelle Lujan Grisham (Democratic)

Population
2.13 million

Number of Senators
2 U.S. Senators

Number of Representatives
3 U.S. House members

New Mexico became the 47th state on January 6, 1912. Its civic identity reflects Native nations, Hispanic and Anglo communities, deserts and mountains, energy, laboratories, military installations, arts, and water policy. State government is centered in Santa Fe.

Overview

New Mexico became the 47th state on January 6, 1912. Its civic identity reflects Native nations, Hispanic and Anglo communities, deserts and mountains, energy, laboratories, military installations, arts, and water policy. State government is centered in Santa Fe.