CITY · NM

What county is Albuquerque, NM in?

Albuquerque, NM is mostly in Bernalillo County. County FIPS code 35001, population 671,586 (2023 estimate).

County details

City: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Primary county: Bernalillo County
FIPS code: 35001
County population: 671,586

Some cities extend into more than one county. Albuquerque is placed in the county that contains its center. For a specific address, use the address lookup.

Questions

What county is Albuquerque in?

Albuquerque, NM is mostly in Bernalillo County.

What is the county seat of Bernalillo County?

County seats are not part of the data on this site. Check the county’s official website.

Can a city be in two counties?

Yes. Large cities such as Houston and Atlanta cross county lines. The address lookup shows the exact county for any street address.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; FCC Area API; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27.