| ZIP Code | 87301 |
|---|---|
| City | Gallup |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| County | McKinley County |
| Area Code | 505 |
| Elevation | 7,606 ft |
| Latitude | 35.522118 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -108.763187 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 35031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.97 |
| Below Poverty | 26.7% ▲ 167% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.3% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 19% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 143 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,437 (35.7%) |
| Some College | 1,304 (10.5%) |
| Associates | 2,522 (20.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,059 (8.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,948 (23.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,302 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $134,700 ▼ 52% below avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $858/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,776 |
| Vacant Units | 599 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.97 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,776 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 599 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.97 |
ZIP code 87301 is located in Gallup, New Mexico, within McKinley County. With a population of 21,981, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 87301 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,302 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 87301 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $134,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $858 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.3%) and renters (49.7%). Median home values have increased by 13% since 2019.
The population of 87301 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 24.3%. Residents are moderately educated — 32.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 26.7%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 87301 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 87301 in Gallup, NM is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 21,981 residents, a median household income of $58,302, and a median home value of $134,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Mexico.