| ZIP Code | 87122 |
|---|---|
| City | Albuquerque |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| County | Bernalillo County |
| Area Code | 505 |
| Elevation | 6,067 ft |
| Latitude | 35.188529 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -106.493544 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 35001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.5 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.70 |
| Below Poverty | 3.4% ▼ 66% below avg |
| College Grads | 75.6% ▲ 95% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 78 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,123 (9.3%) |
| Some College | 595 (4.9%) |
| Associates | 1,158 (9.6%) |
| Bachelors | 548 (4.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,601 (71.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
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 Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,900/mo ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,139 |
| Vacant Units | 178 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,139 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 178 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
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.