US ZIP Code
87505

Santa Fe, NM

Santa Fe County  ·  New Mexico

● Active
👥 32,189 Population ↑ 6% since 2019
💰 $75,912 Median HH Income
≈ Avg ↑ 23% since 2019
🎂 53.3 Median Age ↑ 6% since 2019
🏠 $484,100 Median Home Value
▲ 74% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019
🎓 60.9% College Grads
▲ 57% above avg
📊 5.7% Unemployment
▲ 16% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code87505
CitySanta Fe
StateNew Mexico (NM)
CountySanta Fe County
Area Code505
Elevation7,875 ft
Latitude35.619797
Longitude-105.866983
TimezoneDenver (DST)
FIPS35049
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 48.2% (15,499) Female 51.9% (16,690) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 55.2%Hispanic: 36.3%Black: 1.6%Asian: 2.2%Other: 2.9%Race
White55.2%
Hispanic36.3%
Black1.6%
Asian2.2%
Other2.9%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
2%
5–17
9%
18–24
8%
25–44
21%
45–64
26%
65+
16%

Key Indicators

Median Age53.3 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019
Avg Household Size1.89
Below Poverty10.6% ≈ Avg
College Grads60.9% ▲ 57% above avg
Unemployment5.7% ▲ 16% above avg
No HS Diploma187 (0.8%)
HS Graduate3,396 (14.3%)
Some College1,986 (8.4%)
Associates3,693 (15.6%)
Bachelors1,513 (6.4%)
Graduate Degree12,893 (54.5%)

Education

No HS: 0.8%HS Grad: 14.3%Some College: 8.4%Associates: 15.6%Bachelors: 6.4%Graduate: 54.5%Edu
No HS0.8%
HS Grad14.3%
Some College8.4%
Associates15.6%
Bachelors6.4%
Graduate54.5%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 59%Renter: 41%Tenure
Owner59.0%
Renter41.0%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
2%
$50k–100k
1%
$100k–150k
3%
$150k–200k
3%
$200k–300k
14%
$300k–500k
33%
Over $500k
45%

Financials

Median HH Income$75,912 ≈ Avg ↑ 23% since 2019
Median Home Value$484,100 ▲ 74% above avg ↑ 46% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio6.4x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,348/mo ↑ 29% since 2019
Total Units18,733
Vacant Units2,381
Avg HH Size1.89

Income Distribution

Under $25k
17%
$25k–50k
14%
$50k–75k
16%
$75k–100k
16%
$100k–150k
17%
$150k–200k
8%
Over $200k
12%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
71%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
5%
Work From Home
23%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
44%
15–30 min
40%
30–45 min
7%
Over 45 min
9%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
2%
1940s–1950s
11%
1960s–1970s
23%
1980s–1990s
11%
2000+
53%

Summary

Total Units18,733
Vacant2,381
Owner Occupied59.0%
Renter Occupied41.0%
Avg HH Size1.89
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 87505 is in Santa Fe, NM, in Santa Fe County.
ZIP code 87505 is located in New Mexico (NM).
ZIP code 87505 is in Santa Fe County, NM.
ZIP 87505 observes the Denver timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 87505 is 32,189 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 87505 is $75,912 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 87505 is $484,100 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 87505

ZIP code 87505 is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, within Santa Fe County. With a population of 32,189, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 53.3 years. Economically, 87505 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $75,912 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 87505 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $484,100 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,348 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (59.0%) and renters (41.0%). Median home values have increased by 46% since 2019.

The population of 87505 is majority White (55.21%). Residents are highly educated — 60.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.6%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 87505 stands at 5.7%, which is above the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.

Overall, ZIP code 87505 in Santa Fe, NM is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a mature community. With 32,189 residents, a median household income of $75,912, and a median home value of $484,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Mexico.