Zip Code 87511

NM · Population: 2,806

C+
51/100
1
F
Safety
70
B+
Affordability
47
C
Quality of Life
85
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 87511

Zip code 87511 is located in New Mexico and is home to approximately 2,806 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 51/100), 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.

With a median household income of $62,268 and home values around $225,400, 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 17.6% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0.3%.

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
$62,268
Home Value
$225,400
Rent
$379/mo
Median Age
42
College Educated
17.6%
Unemployment
0.3%
Owner-Occupied
87.9%
Rent Burden
7.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety1FLower crime = higher score
Affordability70B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life47CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy85ALower unemployment = higher
Overall51C+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).