| ZIP Code | 87112 |
|---|---|
| City | Albuquerque |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| County | Bernalillo County |
| Area Code | 505 |
| Elevation | 5,610 ft |
| Latitude | 35.100609 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -106.516275 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 35001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 10.5% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 49.9% ▲ 29% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 485 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,579 (19%) |
| Some College | 3,887 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 4,781 (16.3%) |
| Bachelors | 3,924 (13.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,753 (36.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,610 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $254,400 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,056/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,083 |
| Vacant Units | 913 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,083 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 913 |
| Owner Occupied | 62.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 37.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
ZIP code 87112 is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, within Bernalillo County. With a population of 42,523, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.1 years. Economically, 87112 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,610 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 87112 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $254,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,056 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 62.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 87112 is majority White (50.72%). Residents are well-educated — 49.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.5%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 87112 stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 87112 in Albuquerque, NM is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 42,523 residents, a median household income of $69,610, and a median home value of $254,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Mexico.