US ZIP Code
87514

Arroyo Seco, NM

Taos County  ·  New Mexico

● Active
👥 1,485 Population ↑ 66% since 2019
💰 $70,934 Median HH Income
≈ Avg ↑ 64% since 2019
🎂 57.5 Median Age ↑ 16% since 2019
🏠 $521,300 Median Home Value
▲ 87% above avg ↑ 56% since 2019
🎓 60.8% College Grads
▲ 57% above avg
📊 5.8% Unemployment
▲ 19% above avg ↓ 88% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code87514
CityArroyo Seco
StateNew Mexico (NM)
CountyTaos County
Area Code575
Elevation7,323 ft
Latitude36.529556
Longitude-105.600602
TimezoneDenver (DST)
FIPS35055
ZIP TypePO Box
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 52.9% (786) Female 47.1% (699) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 39.1%Hispanic: 60.9%Race
White39.1%
Hispanic60.9%

Age Breakdown

5–17
3%
18–24
8%
25–44
33%
45–64
22%
65+
22%

Key Indicators

Median Age57.5 yrs ↑ 16% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.13
Below Poverty5.3% ▼ 48% below avg
College Grads60.8% ▲ 57% above avg
Unemployment5.8% ▲ 19% above avg
HS Graduate102 (7.8%)
Some College176 (13.4%)
Associates238 (18.1%)
Bachelors269 (20.4%)
Graduate Degree531 (40.3%)

Education

HS Grad: 7.8%Some College: 13.4%Associates: 18.1%Bachelors: 20.4%Graduate: 40.3%Edu
HS Grad7.8%
Some College13.4%
Associates18.1%
Bachelors20.4%
Graduate40.3%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 88.2%Renter: 11.8%Tenure
Owner88.2%
Renter11.8%

Home Value Distribution

$150k–200k
12%
$200k–300k
13%
$300k–500k
24%
Over $500k
51%

Financials

Median HH Income$70,934 ≈ Avg ↑ 64% since 2019
Median Home Value$521,300 ▲ 87% above avg ↑ 56% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio7.3x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Total Units1,015
Vacant Units319
Avg HH Size2.13

Income Distribution

Under $25k
15%
$50k–75k
50%
$100k–150k
16%
$150k–200k
7%
Over $200k
13%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
86%
Work From Home
14%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
41%
15–30 min
41%
30–45 min
13%
Over 45 min
5%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
4%
1940s–1950s
3%
1960s–1970s
24%
1980s–1990s
17%
2000+
52%

Summary

Total Units1,015
Vacant319
Owner Occupied88.2%
Renter Occupied11.8%
Avg HH Size2.13
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 87514 is in Arroyo Seco, NM, in Taos County.
ZIP code 87514 is located in New Mexico (NM).
ZIP code 87514 is in Taos County, NM.
ZIP 87514 observes the Denver timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 87514 is 1,485 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 87514 is $70,934 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 87514 is $521,300 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 87514

ZIP code 87514 is located in Arroyo Seco, New Mexico, within Taos County. With a population of 1,485, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 57.5 years. Economically, 87514 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,934 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 87514 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $521,300 is significantly above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 88.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 56% since 2019.

The population of 87514 is majority Hispanic (60.94%). Residents are highly educated — 60.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.3%. Household income has grown by 64% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 87514 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.

Overall, ZIP code 87514 in Arroyo Seco, NM is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,485 residents, a median household income of $70,934, and a median home value of $521,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Mexico.