NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 87048

NM · Population: 8,839

B+
74/100
59
C+
Safety
87
A
Affordability
86
A
Quality of Life
63
B
Jobs
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About Zip Code 87048

Zip code 87048 is located in New Mexico and is home to approximately 8,839 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 74/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $94,479 and home values around $487,300, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 50.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

Unemployment stands at 5%, 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
$94,479
Home Value
$487,300
Rent
$1,201/mo
Median Age
56
College Educated
50.3%
Unemployment
5%
Owner-Occupied
89.7%
Rent Burden
15.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety59C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability87ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life86AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy63BLower unemployment = higher
Overall74B+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).