| ZIP Code | 87540 |
|---|---|
| City | Lamy |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| County | Santa Fe County |
| Area Code | 575 |
| Elevation | 6,088 ft |
| Latitude | 35.406897 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.873481 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 35049 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 61.3 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.56 |
| Below Poverty | 8.1% ▼ 19% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.2% ▲ 53% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 45% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 223 (25.9%) |
| Some College | 34 (4%) |
| Associates | 94 (10.9%) |
| Bachelors | 25 (2.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 484 (56.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,750 ▼ 31% below avg ↓ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $685,900 ▲ 146% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 13.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $980/mo |
| Total Units | 621 |
| Vacant Units | 63 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 621 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 63 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.56 |
ZIP code 87540 is located in Lamy, New Mexico, within Santa Fe County. With a population of 876, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 61.3 years. Economically, 87540 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $52,750 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 87540 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $685,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $980 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.5%) and renters (42.5%). Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 87540 is primarily White (80.25%). Residents are well-educated — 59.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.1%. Household income has declined by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 87540 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 51%.
Overall, ZIP code 87540 in Lamy, NM is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and an older community. With 876 residents, a median household income of $52,750, and a median home value of $685,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Mexico.