Roy
Emptiest County
State: New Mexico
County: Harding County
Founded: 1901
Abandoned: Declining
Peak Population: Ranch town
Roy is in Harding County, one of America's emptiest counties with only ~700 people in 2,126 square miles. The ranching town has about 234 residents. Historic downtown buildings remain.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 30 mins
Quick Facts
- Emptiest county
- ~700 in 2,126 sq mi
- 234 residents
Location
Address: Roy, NM
Coordinates: 35.95, -104.1667