Zip Code 87415
NM · Population: 2,418
About Zip Code 87415
Zip code 87415 is located in New Mexico and is home to approximately 2,418 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 46/100), 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.
Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $194,700 and median rent of $1,260/month against a median income of $41,846. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.
Educational attainment is below the national average, with 14.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0%.
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
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 0 | F | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 22 | F | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 62 | B | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 100 | A+ | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 46 | C | 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).