NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 88008

NM · Population: 11,771

B
65/100
26
F
Safety
74
B+
Affordability
71
B+
Quality of Life
88
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 88008

Zip code 88008 is located in New Mexico and is home to approximately 11,771 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 65/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area experiences higher crime rates than the national average. Residents should be aware of safety considerations.

With a median household income of $68,192 and home values around $225,100, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 42.8% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 1.7%.

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
$68,192
Home Value
$225,100
Rent
$954/mo
Median Age
33
College Educated
42.8%
Unemployment
1.7%
Owner-Occupied
82.3%
Rent Burden
16.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety26FLower crime = higher score
Affordability74B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life71B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy88ALower unemployment = higher
Overall65BWeighted 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).