Home › New Mexico › Farmington

Farmington, New Mexico

Located in San Juan County, New Mexico, Farmington was established in 1901. At the confluence of three rivers in the Four Corners region. Near both Aztec Ruins and Chaco Culture National Historical Park.
Trending in Farmington
Latest updates coming soon
2 hours ago
More local news on the way
5 hours ago
Founded 1901 | Population 45,000 | Peak 45,000 (2024) | County San Juan County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Farmington, New Mexico

undefined
1885 Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Farmington.
undefined
1901 Founded: Farmington was founded as a railroad town in San Juan County.
undefined
1950 Economic Development: Farmington grew through the oil and petroleum industry.
undefined
2010 Modern Era: Farmington continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
🧠
How Well Do You Know Farmington?
5 questions • 2 minutes
Take the Quiz →

Latest News in Farmington

Jun 3, 2015
New Mexico Votes Protect Law Enforcement Under Hate Crimes Bill
Santa Fe, New Mexico – On June 3, 2015, lawmakers in the Land of Enchantment made a notable decision, passing a hate crimes bill…
Feb 4, 2015
Truth About what Happened Olivia Newton Johns Ex Finally Revealed
Hollywood, Feb. 4, 2015 – For years, fans of Olivia Newton-John wondered what really happened to her ex-boyfriend Patrick McDerm…

Complete Historical Timeline

1885 Transport
Railroad Era
1901 Culture
Founded
1950 Industry
Economic Development
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

1
At the confluence of three rivers in the Four Corners region.
2
Near both Aztec Ruins and Chaco Culture National Historical Park.
3
Major oil and gas center in northwest New Mexico.
4
Farmington is located in San Juan County, New Mexico.
5
Farmington was founded in 1901.

Famous People from Farmington, New Mexico

MS
Melanie Stansbury
Scientist, Politician · Born Jan 31, 1979 · Age 47

Other Cities in New Mexico

View all New Mexico cities →
A
Albuquerque
Pop. 564,559
LC
Las Cruces
Pop. 115,000
RR
Rio Rancho
Pop. 105,000
SF
Santa Fe
Pop. 89,000
C
Clovis
Pop. 38,567
C
Carlsbad
Pop. 32,238
See something that needs correcting?
We take accuracy seriously. Help us keep Farmington's history right.