| ZIP Code | 87575 |
|---|---|
| City | Tierra Amarilla |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| County | Rio Arriba County |
| Area Code | 575 |
| Elevation | 7,385 ft |
| Latitude | 36.642865 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -106.595419 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 35039 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 28.1 yrs ↓ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.39 |
| Below Poverty | 24.9% ▲ 149% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.9% ▼ 23% below avg |
| Unemployment | 17.9% ▲ 265% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 158 (25%) |
| Some College | 100 (15.8%) |
| Associates | 186 (29.4%) |
| Bachelors | 159 (25.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 30 (4.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,471 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Total Units | 601 |
| Vacant Units | 278 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 601 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 278 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.39 |
ZIP code 87575 is located in Tierra Amarilla, New Mexico, within Rio Arriba County. With a population of 1,131, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 28.1 years. Economically, 87575 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,471 is near the national average.
The population of 87575 is primarily Hispanic (92.31%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.9%.
The unemployment rate in 87575 stands at 17.9%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 100%.
Overall, ZIP code 87575 in Tierra Amarilla, NM is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a young community, and predominantly owner-occupied.