| ZIP Code | 87317 |
|---|---|
| City | Gamerco |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| County | McKinley County |
| Area Code | 505 |
| Elevation | 6,915 ft |
| Latitude | 35.58023 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -108.752428 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 35031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 28.7 yrs ↓ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.69 |
| Below Poverty | 54.1% ▲ 441% above avg |
| College Grads | 3.8% ▼ 90% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| HS Graduate | 508 (44.6%) |
| Some College | 48 (4.2%) |
| Associates | 539 (47.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 43 (3.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $48,750 ▼ 36% below avg ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Rent | $825/mo |
| Total Units | 571 |
| Vacant Units | 12 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.69 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 571 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 12 |
| Owner Occupied | 49.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 51.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.69 |
ZIP code 87317 is located in Gamerco, New Mexico, within McKinley County. With a population of 2,079, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 28.7 years. Economically, 87317 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $48,750 is below the national average.
Renters can expect to pay around $825 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (49.0%) and renters (51.0%).
The population of 87317 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 38.2%. Residents are less-educated — 3.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 54.1%. Household income has declined by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 87317 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 91%.
Overall, ZIP code 87317 in Gamerco, NM is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a young community.