150
Population
↓ 56% since 2019
56.5
Median Age
↑ 16% since 2019
67.8%
College Grads
▲ 75% above avg
ZIP Code Details
| ZIP Code | 87517 |
|---|---|
| City | Carson |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| County | Taos County |
| Area Code | 505/575 |
| Elevation | 6,899 ft |
| Latitude | 36.390291 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.792712 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 35055 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 40.0% (60)
Female 60.0% (90) ♀
Race & Ethnicity
White40.7%
Hispanic59.3%
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 56.5 yrs ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.67 |
| Below Poverty | 59.3% ▲ 493% above avg |
| College Grads | 67.8% ▲ 75% above avg |
| Some College | 29 (32.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 61 (67.8%) |
Education
Some College32.2%
Graduate67.8%
Housing & Income
Housing Tenure
Owner100.0%
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Total Units | 202 |
|---|---|
| Vacant Units | 112 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.67 |
Income Distribution
Housing Stock
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 202 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 112 |
| Owner Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 0.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.67 |
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 87517 is in Carson, NM, in Taos County.
ZIP code 87517 is located in New Mexico (NM).
ZIP code 87517 is in Taos County, NM.
ZIP 87517 observes the Denver timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 87517 is 150 people (ACS 2023).
Income data not available.
Home value data not available.
About ZIP Code 87517
ZIP code 87517 is located in Carson, New Mexico, within Taos County. With a population of 150, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 56.5 years.
The population of 87517 is majority Hispanic (59.33%). Residents are highly educated — 67.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 59.3%.
Overall, ZIP code 87517 in Carson, NM is characterized as highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied.