Zip Code 87008

NM · Population: 2,418

C+
53/100
1
F
Safety
92
A+
Affordability
78
B+
Quality of Life
42
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 87008

Zip code 87008 is located in New Mexico and is home to approximately 2,418 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 53/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are considerably above the national average. Safety is a significant concern in this area.

With a median household income of $106,250 and home values around $332,500, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 52.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

Unemployment stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$106,250
Home Value
$332,500
Rent
$882/mo
Median Age
53
College Educated
52.8%
Unemployment
4.8%
Owner-Occupied
91.4%
Rent Burden
10% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety1FLower crime = higher score
Affordability92A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life78B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy42CLower unemployment = higher
Overall53C+Weighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).