Columbus

Local offices in Columbus

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Utilities · City office

  Village of Columbus Water and Wastewater Department

  214 Broadway, Columbus, NM 88029

  Help here

  • Water and wastewater serviceContact the department about water and sewer service, connections, leaks, and bills.
  Call 575-531-2663DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on historicvillageofcolumbus.org

• Local office · City office

  Village of Columbus City Hall

  214 Broadway, Columbus, NM 88029

  Help here

  • Village government servicesContact City Hall for help with village government services.
  Call 575-531-2663DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on historicvillageofcolumbus.org

• Older adults · City office

  The Spirit of Columbus Senior and Community Center

  214 Broadway, Columbus, NM 88029

  Help here

  • Senior meals and activitiesOlder adults can come for congregate meals, activities, and community programs.
  Call 575-531-2663DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on historicvillageofcolumbus.org

• Library · City office

  Columbus Village Library

  112 Broadway, Columbus, NM 88029

  Help here

  • Public libraryVisit the library to borrow books and use public library resources.
  Call 575-531-2612DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on columbus.biblionix.com

Historic Village of Columbus website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Columbus

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Job help near Columbus

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

CareerOneStop lists no American Job Center in Columbus. These are the closest.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  America`s Job Center Deming

  Also helps young people

  31 miles away

  322 E Oak St, Deming, NM 88030

  Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

  Call 575-546-0192DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 21, 2026

• American Job Center

  America`s Job Center - Las Cruces

  Also helps people leaving jail or prison

  60 miles away

  226 South Alameda Blvd., Las Cruces, NM 88005

  Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00-5:00

  Call 575-524-6250DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 7, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  America`s Job Center - Sunland Park

  Also helps people leaving jail or prison

  63 miles away

  1500 Apaloosa Drive, Suite A-160, Sunland Park, NM 88063

  Hours: Monday - Friday 8a,-5pm (Closed 12pm-1pm for lunch)

  Call 575-618-1249DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 29, 2026

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Offices for all of Luna County

Columbus is in Luna County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · State office

  New Mexico Department of Health, Columbus WIC Office

  520 N. Boundary St., Columbus, NM 88029

  Help here

  • WICWIC provides food and nutrition support to eligible women, infants, and children.
  Call 575-294-1273DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on prod.nmhealth.org

• Child support · State office

  New Mexico Child Support Services Division, Deming Office

  910 E. Pear St., Deming, NM 88030

  Help here

  • Child support servicesThe office helps parents establish and enforce child support orders.
  Call 800-288-2707DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hsd.state.nm.us

• State office

  New Mexico Health Care Authority Income Support Division, Deming Office

  910 E. Pear St., Deming, NM 88030

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and utility assistanceResidents can apply for food, cash, and utility help at this office.
  • MedicaidResidents can get help with Medicaid applications and coverage.
  Call 575-546-0467DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hsd.state.nm.us

• Local office · Regional office

  New Mexico 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to get connected with local help for needs such as food, housing, health care, and utility bills.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on unitedwayenm.org

• Human services · County office

  Luna County Community Health and Welfare Department

  700 S. Silver Ave., Deming, NM 88030

  Help here

  • Community servicesThe department supports local programs that address community health and well-being.
  Call 575-546-0494DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mail.lunacounty.gov

• Public health · State office

  New Mexico Department of Health, Luna Public Health Office

  1510 S. Slate St., Deming, NM 88030

  Help here

  • Public health servicesResidents can get health screenings, family planning, immunizations, testing, and birth certificate services.
  Call 575-546-2771DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on prod.nmhealth.org

Everything in Luna County

New Mexico programs by kind of help

These are run by New Mexico and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026