| ZIP Code | 87042 |
|---|---|
| City | Peralta |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| County | Valencia County |
| Area Code | 505 |
| Elevation | 5,360 ft |
| Latitude | 34.828336 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -106.686213 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 35061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.8 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 11.1% ▲ 11% above avg |
| College Grads | 45.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 20 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 465 (21.9%) |
| Some College | 266 (12.6%) |
| Associates | 397 (18.7%) |
| Bachelors | 405 (19.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 566 (26.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,181 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $275,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,346/mo ↑ 153% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,496 |
| Vacant Units | 123 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,496 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 123 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 87042 is located in Peralta, New Mexico, within Valencia County. With a population of 3,456, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.8 years. Economically, 87042 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,181 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 87042 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $275,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,346 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 87042 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 47.3%. Residents are well-educated — 45.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.1%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 87042 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 87042 in Peralta, NM is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,456 residents, a median household income of $61,181, and a median home value of $275,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Mexico.