Zip Code 87068

NM · Population: 5,450

C+
50/100
1
F
Safety
58
C+
Affordability
70
B+
Quality of Life
70
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 87068

Zip code 87068 is located in New Mexico and is home to approximately 5,450 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 50/100), 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 $67,263, with home values near $237,700 and rents around $871/month. Affordability is moderate compared to the rest of the country.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 25.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 2.5%.

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
$67,263
Home Value
$237,700
Rent
$871/mo
Median Age
44
College Educated
25.2%
Unemployment
2.5%
Owner-Occupied
90.6%
Rent Burden
15.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety1FLower crime = higher score
Affordability58C+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life70B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy70B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall50C+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).