Cuartelez New Mexico Map
Cuartelez, New Mexico — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Cuartelez, Santa Fe County.
Interactive Map of Cuartelez, New Mexico
| City | Cuartelez |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| County | Santa Fe |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (America/Denver) |
| Latitude | 35.9929 |
| Longitude | -106.0196 |
| Population | 1,512 |
| Density | 167.7 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Cuartelez, New Mexico
Cuartelez is a locality in Santa Fe County, New Mexico, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,512. The population density is 167.7 people per km². Cuartelez is located at 35.9929°N, 106.0196°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. ZIP code: 87567.
Cuartelez lies in the high desert plains of northern New Mexico, where the Sangre de Cristo Mountains begin to soften their dramatic ascent into rolling, scrub-covered hills. It lies 21.6 miles north-north-west of Santa Fe, NM (from Santa Fe, NM: bearing 348°T), and is situated 3.4 miles east of Española. The landscape here is a study in muted tones: ochre earth, sagebrush a dusty green, and the vast, ever-present blue of the sky that seems to press down on the land. A sparse scattering of cottonwoods, their leaves a pale, papery gold in the late afternoon sun, mark the tentative courses of arroyos that, in their brief, powerful moments, channel the desert's tempestuous rains. The air itself feels thin and dry, carrying the scent of creosote and distant pine, and when the wind blows, it whispers secrets of ancient geological forces and the enduring resilience of life in this stark beauty. The history of Cuartelez is intimately tied to the waterways that have sustained human presence for millennia. The early economy was shaped by the necessity of water, influencing small-scale agriculture and livestock ranching, with hardy crops like chilies and beans finding purchase in the arid soil. The legacy of Spanish settlers is evident in the enduring architectural styles and the quiet faith that underpins the community's character, a palpable sense of continuity in the face of change. While not a hub of industry, Cuartelez maintains a distinct local economy focused on agricultural products, artisan crafts, and the quiet tourism drawn to its authentic Southwestern charm. The quality of light here, particularly as dusk bleeds across the horizon, painting the sky in hues of rose and lavender, is a distinct and celebrated feature, a daily spectacle that draws the gaze of those who call Cuartelez home.
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About This Cuartelez Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Cuartelez, New Mexico with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Cuartelez and Santa Fe County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Cuartelez is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Cuartelez is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
