NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 87068

NM · Population: 5,450

B
67/100
24
F
Safety
76
B+
Affordability
84
A
Quality of Life
84
A
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 B (score: 67/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area experiences higher crime rates than the national average. Residents should be aware of safety considerations.

With a median household income of $67,263 and home values around $237,700, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

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
Safety24FLower crime = higher score
Affordability76B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life84AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy84ALower unemployment = higher
Overall67BWeighted 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).