| ZIP Code | 87734 |
|---|---|
| City | Ocate |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| County | Mora County |
| Area Code | 575 |
| Elevation | 7,163 ft |
| Latitude | 36.169098 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.091094 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 35033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 59.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.80 |
| Below Poverty | 30.4% ▲ 204% above avg |
| College Grads | 8.3% ▼ 79% below avg |
| Unemployment | 32.6% ▲ 566% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 6 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 101 (34.7%) |
| Some College | 45 (15.5%) |
| Associates | 115 (39.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 24 (8.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $27,650 ▼ 64% below avg ↑ 64% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $420,700 ▲ 51% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 15.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 202 |
| Vacant Units | 67 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 202 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 67 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
ZIP code 87734 is located in Ocate, New Mexico, within Mora County. With a population of 378, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 59.1 years. Economically, 87734 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $27,650 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 87734 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $420,700 is significantly above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 92.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 87734 is majority White (53.44%). Residents are less-educated — 8.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 30.4%. Household income has grown by 64% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 87734 stands at 32.6%, which is more than double the national average. A notably high share of workers — 49% — 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 25%.
Overall, ZIP code 87734 in Ocate, NM is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 378 residents, a median household income of $27,650, and a median home value of $420,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New Mexico.