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Lea County New Mexico ☎ +1 575-396-8521 Last Updated: 07/25/2025 |
| Lea County is a county located in the U.S. state of New Mexico. As of the 2020 census, its population was 74,455. Its county seat is Lovington. It is both west and north of the Texas state line. Lea County flourishes not only in oil and gas, but also in agriculture, cattle, and the dairy industry, and is the home to a state correctional institution. | |
| Lea County's history has been one of change and growth. The original settlers of this area would find it hard to believe that Lea County has become so populated and plays a vital role in the production of some of the nation's energy resources. | |
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