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South Valley New Mexico Map

Explore South Valley, New Mexico, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of South Valley, New Mexico

How to Use This South Valley, New Mexico Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for South Valley, New Mexico. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of New Mexico or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to South Valley.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	South Valley
State	New Mexico (NM)
County	Bernalillo County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Mountain Time (America/Denver)

Latitude	35.010049
Longitude	-106.678081
Population	38,338
Density	510.1 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	87105
Area Code	505
County Seat	Albuquerque
School District	Albuquerque Public Schools

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About South Valley, New Mexico

South Valley is a locality in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, United States. It has a population of 38,338. The population density is 510.1 people per km². South Valley is located at 35.0100°N, 106.6781°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. ZIP code: 87105.

South Valley stretches across a broad, sun-drenched expanse where the Rio Grande flows steadily through the heart of the landscape. It lies 5.4 miles south-southwest of Albuquerque, NM (from Albuquerque, NM: bearing 197°T), and is situated 7.7 miles west-southwest of Kirtland AFB. The terrain here is defined by the expansive Bosque, a protected area that provides a vital corridor of cottonwoods and native vegetation along the riverbanks. To the east, the distant Sandia Mountains rise in shades of violet and dusty rose against the high desert sky. The ground remains largely flat, reflecting the ancient patterns of river-bottom land that have shaped the region for generations. During the quiet hours of dusk, the light softens over the fields, casting long shadows that emphasize the serene, open character of South Valley.

Agricultural roots run deep in the history of South Valley, where traditional irrigation practices have long supported small-scale farming and family orchards. The local economy maintains a resilient connection to this agrarian past, even as modern commercial interests occupy the surrounding periphery. Residents often find work in nearby industrial centers, yet the pace of life remains tied to the seasonal rhythms of the land and the harvest. Many families have occupied these plots for decades, fostering a sense of continuity that stabilizes the community amidst broader economic shifts. The presence of Isleta Lakes nearby offers a rare local respite for recreation, grounding the neighborhood in its immediate, inland environment.

Cultural character in South Valley is expressed through a vibrant blend of traditions that honor the deep-seated heritage of the region. The area is known for its strong community spirit and a deep appreciation for local art, music, and the culinary arts that thrive in a high desert climate. While Tijeras Canyon lies several miles away, its presence influences the wind patterns and the cooling air that drifts down into the valley during summer evenings. The architecture here frequently showcases the enduring utility of adobe, a material that remains well-suited to the intense sun and fluctuating temperatures of the high plains. Every year, the community gathers for events that celebrate the harvest and the diverse cultural influences that make South Valley a place of distinct local pride.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Bosque (Local Recreation) — locality lies within
East Levee Road (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 174° S
Rio Bravo Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 354° N
South Valley Little League (Local Conservation Area) — 0.5 mi, 343° N
Rio Bravo Senior Meal Site (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 334° NW
Durand (State Recreation Area) — 0.8 mi, 234° SW
Rio Bravo Fishing Pier & Nature Trail (Poco Loco) (State Park) — 1.3 mi, 017° N
The Blessed Virgin Mary (Public Artwork) — 1.6 mi, 335° NW
Valle De Oro National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 1.7 mi, 180° S · 1,142 acres
Pajarito/Beck (State Recreation Area) — 1.9 mi, 232° SW
Pajarito (Monument) — 1.9 mi, 213° SW
Hubbell House Historic Site (Attraction) — 1.9 mi, 213° SW
Dr. E. A. "Swede" Scholer Regional Recreation Complex (State Conservation Area) — 2.2 mi, 125° SE
Roy E. Disney Center for Performing Arts (Theatre) — 4.2 mi, 017° N
Trailhead (Nature Reserve) — 4.2 mi, 012° N
Observation Deck (Viewpoint) — 4.3 mi, 053° NE
Flame of Hope (Monument) — 4.3 mi, 050° NE
Cavalcade of Wings (Museum) — 4.4 mi, 052° NE
The Wheels Museum (Museum) — 4.7 mi, 019° N
South Broadway Cultural Center (Theatre) — 4.7 mi, 023° NE
Harvey Girls (Monument) — 5.3 mi, 019° N
New Mexico Holocaust Museum and Gellert Center for Education (Museum) — 5.3 mi, 014° N
516 Arts (Gallery) — 5.3 mi, 015° N
Levy Gallery (Gallery) — 5.3 mi, 015° N
Mothership Alumni (Gallery) — 5.3 mi, 016° N
Rosenwald Building Historic Site (Attraction) — 5.3 mi, 016° N
Kimo Theater Historic Site (Attraction) — 5.4 mi, 016° N
Telephone Pioneer Museum (Museum) — 5.4 mi, 016° N
Petroglyph National Monument (National Monument) — 7.9 mi, 337° NW · 2,949 acres
Cibola National Forest (National Forest) — 12.0 mi, 069° E · 1.6M acres

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