ZIP Code 87520: Chama, New Mexico
ZIP code 87520 is assigned to Chama, New Mexico, and lies within Rio Arriba County. Its reference point is at latitude 36.8962 and longitude -106.5829 (36°53'46.3"N 106°34'58.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 87520
87520 is the only ZIP code listed for Chama, NM in our directory.
Across Rio Arriba County there are 28 ZIP codes listed, and New Mexico has 431 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 87551 in Los Ojos, NM, about 12 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 87520 |
|---|---|
| City | Chama |
| County | Rio Arriba County |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| Latitude | 36.8962 |
| Longitude | -106.5829 |
| DMS | 36°53'46.3"N 106°34'58.4"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 87551 (Los Ojos, 12 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 87520
Map centered on 36.8962, -106.5829. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 87520
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 87520, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 87520, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Los Ojos, NM (12 mi south), Tierra Amarilla, NM (15 mi south) and Chromo, CO (21 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Los Ojos, NM – 12 mi south
- Tierra Amarilla, NM – 15 mi south
- Chromo, CO – 21 mi northwest
- Dulce, NM – 27 mi west
- Canjilon, NM – 30 mi south
- Cebolla, NM – 30 mi south
- Chimayo, NM – 30 mi south
- La Madera, NM – 30 mi south
- Petaca, NM – 30 mi south
- Antonito, CO – 33 mi northeast
Schools Near Chama, NM
If you are moving to ZIP code 87520, check the school district serving Chama and Rio Arriba County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Los Ojos and Tierra Amarilla can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 87520.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Chama, NM can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 87520 may also use facilities in nearby Los Ojos, Tierra Amarilla and Chromo.
Shopping and Dining in Chama
For places to eat and shop near Chama, NM, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 87520.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Chama, New Mexico can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 87520.
To research local history, try searching for Rio Arriba County records and archives along with the name Chama.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 87520, Los Ojos lies about 12 mi to the south, Tierra Amarilla lies about 15 mi to the south, Chromo lies about 21 mi to the northwest, Dulce lies about 27 mi to the west and Canjilon lies about 30 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Chama show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 87520
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad locomotives awaiting repair 3-5-2006 - panoramio”): Bas van Oorschot, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Chama train depot 3-5-2006 - panoramio”): Bas van Oorschot, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“4 engines chamax - Flickr - drewj1946”): Drew Jacksich from San Jose, CA, The Republic of California, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 87520 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.