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88256

New Mexico · 1,935 residents · 481.652 sq mi
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ZIP 88256 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $45,714. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $211,000. The poverty rate of 22.5% is well above the national figure. Households here earn about 42% less than the Eddy County median.

$45,714
US average: $82,259
$211,000
US average: $376,019
9.1%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
27.0%
Age 65+
18.8%
43.7%
56.3%
2.78 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic18.6%(359)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino81.4%(1,576)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%(0)
Diversity Score37.8%(731)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Eddy County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST3RD OF 3HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
88210$79,632
88220$78,162
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 88256?

ZIP code 88256 has about 1,935 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 88256?

The typical household in ZIP code 88256 earns about $45,714 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 88256 expensive?

In ZIP code 88256, the median home is worth about $211,000, and the typical rent is about $1,291 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 88256?

About 9.1% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 88256 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 88256?

About 22.5% of people in ZIP code 88256 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Eddy County
Other ZIP codes in Eddy County
ZIP 88220ZIP 88210ZIP 88263ZIP 88255ZIP 88268ZIP 88254

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