NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 88231

NM · Population: 3,565

C+
51/100
39
D
Safety
74
B+
Affordability
48
C
Quality of Life
43
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 88231

Zip code 88231 is located in New Mexico and is home to approximately 3,565 residents. It receives an overall grade of C+ (score: 51/100), 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 $74,545 and home values around $130,300, 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 5.3% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 7.7% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

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
$74,545
Home Value
$130,300
Rent
$1,119/mo
Median Age
33
College Educated
5.3%
Unemployment
7.7%
Owner-Occupied
77.9%
Rent Burden
18% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety39DLower crime = higher score
Affordability74B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life48CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy43CLower 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).