Today, the Acoma controls approximately of their traditional land. Mesas, valleys, hills, and arroyos dot the landscape that averages about in altitude with about of rain each year. Since 1977, the Acoma have increased their domain through several land purchases. On the reservation, only tribal members may own land and almost all enrolled members live on the property. The cacique is still active in the community, and is from the Antelope clan. The cacique appoints tribal council members, staff, and the governor.