| ZIP Code | 87710 |
|---|---|
| City | Angel Fire |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| County | Colfax County |
| Area Code | 575 |
| Elevation | 9,692 ft |
| Latitude | 36.382439 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.230236 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 35007 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 57.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 15.6% ▲ 56% above avg |
| College Grads | 68.1% ▲ 76% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.4% ▼ 72% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 9 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 109 (10.4%) |
| Some College | 64 (6.1%) |
| Associates | 152 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 167 (15.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 547 (52.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,224 ≈ Avg ↑ 65% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $436,200 ▲ 56% above avg ↑ 63% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,120/mo ↑ 76% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,877 |
| Vacant Units | 2,244 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,877 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,244 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 87710 is located in Angel Fire, New Mexico, within Colfax County. With a population of 1,472, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 57.9 years. Economically, 87710 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $75,224 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 87710 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $436,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,120 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 63% since 2019.
The population of 87710 is primarily White (76.29%). Residents are highly educated — 68.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.6%. Household income has grown by 65% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 87710 stands at 1.4%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 44% — 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 41%.
Overall, ZIP code 87710 in Angel Fire, NM is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,472 residents, a median household income of $75,224, and a median home value of $436,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Mexico.