NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 87031

NM · Population: 46,590

C
47/100
14
F
Safety
58
C+
Affordability
69
B
Quality of Life
46
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 87031

Zip code 87031 is located in New Mexico and is home to approximately 46,590 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 47/100), 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.

The median household income here is $58,580, with home values near $189,400 and rents around $1,008/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 20.4% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.3% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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
$58,580
Home Value
$189,400
Rent
$1,008/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
20.4%
Unemployment
7.3%
Owner-Occupied
83.9%
Rent Burden
20.6% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety14FLower crime = higher score
Affordability58C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life69BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy46CLower unemployment = higher
Overall47CWeighted 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).