US ZIP Code
87122

Albuquerque, NM

Bernalillo County  ·  New Mexico

● Active
👥 18,776 Population
💰 $161,299 Median HH Income
▲ 111% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019
🎂 45.5 Median Age ↓ 8% since 2019
🏠 $614,200 Median Home Value
▲ 120% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019
🎓 75.6% College Grads
▲ 95% above avg
📊 4.3% Unemployment
▼ 13% below avg ↑ 59% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code87122
CityAlbuquerque
StateNew Mexico (NM)
CountyBernalillo County
Area Code505
Elevation6,067 ft
Latitude35.188529
Longitude-106.493544
TimezoneDenver (DST)
FIPS35001
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 48.2% (9,048) Female 51.8% (9,728) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 61.3%Hispanic: 24.2%Black: 0.8%Asian: 9.2%Other: 2.8%Race
White61.3%
Hispanic24.2%
Black0.8%
Asian9.2%
Other2.8%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
4%
5–17
20%
18–24
5%
25–44
19%
45–64
29%
65+
9%

Key Indicators

Median Age45.5 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.70
Below Poverty3.4% ▼ 66% below avg
College Grads75.6% ▲ 95% above avg
Unemployment4.3% ▼ 13% below avg
No HS Diploma78 (0.6%)
HS Graduate1,123 (9.3%)
Some College595 (4.9%)
Associates1,158 (9.6%)
Bachelors548 (4.5%)
Graduate Degree8,601 (71.1%)

Education

No HS: 0.6%HS Grad: 9.3%Some College: 4.9%Associates: 9.6%Bachelors: 4.5%Graduate: 71.1%Edu
No HS0.6%
HS Grad9.3%
Some College4.9%
Associates9.6%
Bachelors4.5%
Graduate71.1%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 91.4%Renter: 8.6%Tenure
Owner91.4%
Renter8.6%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
2%
$50k–100k
0%
$100k–150k
1%
$150k–200k
1%
$200k–300k
5%
$300k–500k
26%
Over $500k
66%

Financials

Median HH Income$161,299 ▲ 111% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019
Median Home Value$614,200 ▲ 120% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,900/mo ↑ 39% since 2019
Total Units7,139
Vacant Units178
Avg HH Size2.70

Income Distribution

Under $25k
6%
$25k–50k
6%
$50k–75k
10%
$75k–100k
8%
$100k–150k
15%
$150k–200k
16%
Over $200k
39%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
78%
Walked
0%
Work From Home
22%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
20%
15–30 min
57%
30–45 min
16%
Over 45 min
6%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
0%
1940s–1950s
1%
1960s–1970s
13%
1980s–1990s
32%
2000+
54%

Summary

Total Units7,139
Vacant178
Owner Occupied91.4%
Renter Occupied8.6%
Avg HH Size2.70
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 87122 is in Albuquerque, NM, in Bernalillo County.
ZIP code 87122 is located in New Mexico (NM).
ZIP code 87122 is in Bernalillo County, NM.
ZIP 87122 observes the Denver timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 87122 is 18,776 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 87122 is $161,299 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 87122 is $614,200 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 87122

ZIP code 87122 is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, within Bernalillo County. With a population of 18,776, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.5 years. Economically, 87122 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $161,299 is more than double the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 87122 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $614,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,900 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.

The population of 87122 is majority White (61.28%). Residents are highly educated — 75.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.4%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 87122 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.

Overall, ZIP code 87122 in Albuquerque, NM is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,776 residents, a median household income of $161,299, and a median home value of $614,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Mexico.