What Region Are New Mexico and Arizona In?

Both New Mexico and Arizona are located in the Southwestern United States.

States Commonly Included in the Southwest

• Arizona
• New Mexico
• Texas
• Oklahoma
• Colorado
• Utah
• Nevada
• Kansas (sometimes included)

This region is defined by its arid desert landscapes, distinct cultural heritage (Native American, Hispanic, Anglo), and major geographic features like the Grand Canyon, Rocky Mountains, and Chihuahuan Desert.