Zip Code 87047

NM · Population: 4,965

C+
55/100
1
F
Safety
88
A
Affordability
71
B+
Quality of Life
61
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 87047

Zip code 87047 is located in New Mexico and is home to approximately 4,965 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 55/100), 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 $109,525 and home values around $389,100, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 50.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

Unemployment stands at 3.3%, 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
$109,525
Home Value
$389,100
Rent
$1,136/mo
Median Age
48
College Educated
50.7%
Unemployment
3.3%
Owner-Occupied
89.7%
Rent Burden
12.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety1FLower crime = higher score
Affordability88ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life71B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy61BLower unemployment = higher
Overall55C+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).