NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 87316

NM · Population: 1,552

C+
59/100
58
C+
Safety
88
A
Affordability
55
C+
Quality of Life
35
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 87316

Zip code 87316 is located in New Mexico and is home to approximately 1,552 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 59/100), 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 $90,083 and home values around $78,600, 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 26.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 9.4% 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
$90,083
Home Value
$78,600
Rent
$1,101/mo
Median Age
34
College Educated
26.3%
Unemployment
9.4%
Owner-Occupied
58.9%
Rent Burden
14.7% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety58C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability88ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life55C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy35DLower unemployment = higher
Overall59C+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).