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South Valley

New Mexico, United States · North America

About South Valley

South Valley is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Albuquerque, 27km from Sandia Peak Tramway.

South Valley is a town located in New Mexico, United States. With a population of 40,976, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, South Valley sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Denver time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add South Valley to your route.

About South Valley

South Valley is a census-designated place (CDP) and unincorporated community in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, United States. The population was 38,338 at the 2020 Census. It is part of the Albuquerque Metropolitan Statistical Area. The U.S. Postal Service uses "Albuquerque" for all South Valley addresses (ZIP code

Read more 87105).

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Where is South Valley located?

South Valley is located in New Mexico, United States, North America. The coordinates are 35.0100 latitude, -106.6781 longitude.

What is the population of South Valley?

South Valley has a population of approximately 40,976 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
40,976
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
New Mexico
Timezone
America/Denver
Coordinates
35.0100, -106.6781

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United States

Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from South Valley

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

cafe

66 Diner

A retro 1950s-style diner on Central Avenue (Route 66) in Albuquerque, serving classic American comfort food and green chile cheeseburgers to Route 66 travelers.

10 km · about 20 min drive

museum

Unser Racing Museum

Museum honoring the Unser family racing dynasty with Indy 500-winning cars and memorabilia in Albuquerque.

11 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Sandia Peak Tramway

The longest aerial tramway in the Americas, climbing 2.7 miles from the desert floor to a 10,378-foot ridge above Albuquerque in about 15 minutes. Sunset rides look out over 11,000 square miles.

27 km · about 30 min drive

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  • 27 kmSandia Peak TramwayThe longest aerial tramway in the Americas, climbing 2.7 miles from the desert floor to a 10,378-foot ridge above Albuquerque in about 15 minutes. Sunset rides look out over 11,000 square miles.

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