Zip Code 87544

NM · Population: 13,661

B
60/100
1
F
Safety
94
A+
Affordability
69
B
Quality of Life
77
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 87544

Zip code 87544 is located in New Mexico and is home to approximately 13,661 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 60/100), 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 $130,368 and home values around $406,000, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

The community is highly educated — 70.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.

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

Median Income
$130,368
Home Value
$406,000
Rent
$1,226/mo
Median Age
41
College Educated
70.1%
Unemployment
1.8%
Owner-Occupied
64.8%
Rent Burden
11.3% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety1FLower crime = higher score
Affordability94A+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life69BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy77B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall60BWeighted 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).