New Mexico
Public process
Last checked 2026-05-05
257
Total eligible tracts
163
Rural eligible
65
Max designations (25%)
56
Days to nomination window
Nomination process
Multi-phase COG-based process: Councils of Governments submit nominations to EDNM by May 15, 2026; EDNM reports to Governor by June 15; 65 tracts submitted to Treasury July 1. Scoring criteria published: development potential, local policies, infrastructure proximity.
State deadline: 2026-07-01
Eligible tracts
| County | Eligible tracts |
|---|---|
| Bernalillo County | 59 |
| Doña Ana County | 30 |
| McKinley County | 27 |
| San Juan County | 18 |
| Valencia County | 12 |
| Chaves County | 11 |
| Santa Fe County | 10 |
| Lea County | 8 |
| Otero County | 8 |
| San Miguel County | 8 |
How to influence the nomination
Detailed coalition checklist at /how-to-advocate. Steps specific to New Mexico will appear here once the state process is documented.
Who to contact
New Mexico Economic Development Dept. (EDNM)
https://www.edd.newmexico.gov/programs-and-services/communities/opportunity-zones/(505) 827-0300
Eligible tract counts: IRS Rev. Proc. 2026-14 (April 6, 2026). Rural designation: Notice 2025-50, Section 4.01. Status tier last verified 2026-05-05. Full methodology.