NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 88242

NM · Population: 7,312

B
60/100
50
C+
Safety
80
A
Affordability
71
B+
Quality of Life
38
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 88242

Zip code 88242 is located in New Mexico and is home to approximately 7,312 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 60/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $82,041 and home values around $213,200, 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 17.2% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 8.8% 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
$82,041
Home Value
$213,200
Rent
$1,168/mo
Median Age
37
College Educated
17.2%
Unemployment
8.8%
Owner-Occupied
81.8%
Rent Burden
17.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety50C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability80ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life71B+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy38DLower 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).