Zip Code 87522
NM · Population: 3,217
About Zip Code 87522
Zip code 87522 is located in New Mexico and is home to approximately 3,217 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 64/100), 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 $63,199 and home values around $216,700, 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 17.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.
The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 0.8%.
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 | 17 | F | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 70 | B+ | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 76 | B+ | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 91 | A+ | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 64 | B | 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).