Artesia is a city in Eddy County, New Mexico, centered at the intersection of U.S. Route 82 and 285; the two highways serve as the city's Main Street and First Street, respectively. As of the 2000 census, the city population was 10,692. Artesia apartments for rent comparison page shows most up to date rent information on Artesia apartments and houses. Rent information is obtained from multiple rental sources but we cannot guarantee their accuracy.