Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 3.36 |
| Below Poverty | 34.8% ▲ 248% above avg |
| College Grads | 23.8% ▼ 39% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.5% ▲ 93% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 772 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 15,619 (40.5%) |
| Some College | 3,364 (8.7%) |
| Associates | 9,313 (24.2%) |
| Bachelors | 3,345 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,127 (15.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,310 ▼ 39% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $87,280 ▼ 69% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $756/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 26,128 |
| Vacant Units | 4,691 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
McKinley County is located in New Mexico and encompasses 22 ZIP codes spanning 20 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 72,028 residents. With a median age of 35.43, it is a relatively young county.
McKinley County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $46,310 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 9.5%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 34.8% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in McKinley County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $87,280 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $756. Homeownership rates are high at 70.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of McKinley County are racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 12.1%. Educational attainment is less-educated — 23.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
McKinley County, NM is a working-class area in New Mexico. The 22 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87310 | Brimhall | 1,003 | $36,406 | $66,700 | — | 10.0% | 14.5% |
| 87311 | Church Rock | 4,941 | $32,917 | $39,100 | $833 | 9.5% | 22.5% |
| 87312 | Continental Divide | 724 | $46,172 | — | — | 7.0% | 39.7% |
| 87313 | Crownpoint | 5,140 | $36,576 | $63,900 | $479 | 9.0% | 20.0% |
| 87316 | Fort Wingate | 1,721 | $96,324 | $77,200 | $1,072 | 7.9% | 34.7% |
| 87301 | Gallup | 21,981 | $58,302 | $134,700 | $858 | 5.8% | 32.3% |
| 87305 | Gallup | 1,844 | $47,727 | $49,700 | — | 13.5% | 11.5% |
| 87317 | Gamerco | 2,079 | $48,750 | — | $825 | 4.8% | 3.8% |
| 87347 | Jamestown | 158 | $51,490 | $117,300 | — | 0.0% | 50.5% |
| 87319 | Mentmore | 3,205 | $38,508 | $29,600 | — | 18.5% | 9.3% |
| 87320 | Mexican Springs | 666 | $37,500 | $39,300 | $775 | 9.2% | 26.2% |
| 87328 | Navajo | 3,017 | $29,833 | $60,500 | $636 | 17.4% | 16.0% |
| 87045 | Prewitt | 2,439 | $19,943 | $56,700 | $708 | 19.7% | 14.9% |
| 87321 | Ramah | 2,401 | $60,345 | $160,200 | $1,348 | 13.4% | 51.4% |
| 87322 | Rehoboth | 649 | $43,864 | $55,300 | — | 21.0% | 37.3% |
| 87323 | Thoreau | 3,702 | $45,156 | $102,700 | $620 | 12.1% | 28.5% |
| 87325 | Tohatchi | 2,231 | $32,731 | $63,700 | $638 | 14.9% | 16.0% |
| 87326 | Vanderwagen | 2,224 | $31,844 | $50,500 | — | 8.9% | 16.6% |
| 87375 | Yatahey | 4,547 | $35,000 | $37,200 | $475 | 9.0% | 13.1% |
| 87327 | Zuni | 7,344 | $46,179 | $79,300 | $649 | 6.2% | 18.2% |