| ZIP Code | 87047 |
|---|---|
| City | Sandia Park |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| County | Bernalillo County |
| Area Code | 505 |
| Elevation | 6,432 ft |
| Latitude | 35.250846 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -106.288772 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 35001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 3.2% ▼ 68% below avg |
| College Grads | 63.0% ▲ 63% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.4% ▼ 71% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 381 (10.9%) |
| Some College | 269 (7.7%) |
| Associates | 630 (18%) |
| Bachelors | 425 (12.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,775 (50.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $111,546 ▲ 46% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $399,400 ▲ 43% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,130/mo ↓ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,392 |
| Vacant Units | 219 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,392 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 219 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
ZIP code 87047 is located in Sandia Park, New Mexico, within Bernalillo County. With a population of 5,166, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51 years. Economically, 87047 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $111,546 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 87047 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $399,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,130 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 90.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 87047 is primarily White (75.80%). Residents are highly educated — 63.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.2%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 87047 stands at 1.4%, which is well below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 87047 in Sandia Park, NM is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,166 residents, a median household income of $111,546, and a median home value of $399,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Mexico.