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87901

New Mexico · 6,378 residents · 1,080 sq mi
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With 6,378 people, ZIP 87901 is a ZIP code in Sierra County. 30.8% of people in this ZIP code live below the federal poverty line. At a median age of 46.1, this is an older place than the country as a whole. 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree, below the 36% national rate. Density works out to 6 people per square mile. The average commute runs 12 minutes. Among the 5 ZIP codes in Sierra County, 87901 ranks 5th by median household income.

$34,242
US average: $82,259
$22,652
US average: $44,673
$128,700
US average: $376,019
18.3%
US average: 35.6%
Land area
1,080 sq mi
Age, sex & households
Under 18
23.8%
Age 65+
29.2%
47.8%
52.2%
2.14 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic60.7%(3,874)
Black0.3%(17)
Hispanic / Latino34.9%(2,227)
Asian0.3%(18)
Other3.8%(242)
63
Our index, 0 to 100. Higher means a more even mix of racial and ethnic groups.
Housing
3.8
Years of local income it takes to buy a local home, on a scale of about 0 to 15. Lower is more affordable.
Within Sierra County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST5TH OF 5HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
87930$38,085
87935$51,033
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 87901?

ZIP code 87901 has about 6,378 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 87901?

The typical household in ZIP code 87901 earns about $34,242 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 87901 expensive?

In ZIP code 87901, the median home is worth about $128,700, and the typical rent is about $713 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 87901?

About 18.3% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 87901 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 87901?

About 30.8% of people in ZIP code 87901 live below the federal poverty line.

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