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87579

New Mexico · 1,184 residents · 127.836 sq mi
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ZIP 87579 has lower-than-average household income, with a median household income of $66,244. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $154,400. With a median age of 59.5, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Among the 10 ZIP codes in Taos County, 87579 ranks 4th by median household income.

$66,244
US average: $82,259
$154,400
US average: $376,019
15.2%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
9.0%
Age 65+
29.6%
53.6%
46.4%
2.06 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic19.6%(232)
Black5.7%(67)
Hispanic / Latino74.6%(883)
Asian0.2%(2)
Other0%(0)
Diversity Score50.3%(595)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Taos County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST4TH OF 10HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
87514$71,556
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 87579?

ZIP code 87579 has about 1,184 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 87579?

The typical household in ZIP code 87579 earns about $66,244 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 87579 expensive?

In ZIP code 87579, the median home is worth about $154,400.

How educated are people in ZIP code 87579?

About 15.2% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 87579 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 87579?

About 16.5% of people in ZIP code 87579 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024