| ZIP Code | 87729 |
|---|---|
| City | Miami |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| County | Colfax County |
| Area Code | 575 |
| Elevation | 7,221 ft |
| Latitude | 36.303412 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -104.817842 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 35007 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 60.0 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.06 |
| Below Poverty | 59.6% ▲ 496% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.4% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 5 (10.4%) |
| Some College | 10 (20.8%) |
| Associates | 16 (33.3%) |
| Bachelors | 14 (29.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3 (6.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $30,500 ▼ 60% below avg ↓ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $586,500 ▲ 110% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 19.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 71 |
| Vacant Units | 23 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.06 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 71 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 23 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.06 |
ZIP code 87729 is located in Miami, New Mexico, within Colfax County. With a population of 99, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 60 years. Economically, 87729 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $30,500 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 87729 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $586,500 is more than double the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 93.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 87729 is majority White (67.68%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 59.6%. Household income has declined by 16% since 2019.
A notably high share of workers — 28% — 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 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 87729 in Miami, NM is characterized as lower-income, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 99 residents, a median household income of $30,500, and a median home value of $586,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Mexico.