512
Population
↓ 42% since 2019
71.6
Median Age
↑ 43% since 2019
32.2%
College Grads
▼ 17% below avg
0.0%
Unemployment
▼ 100% below avg
ZIP Code Details
| ZIP Code | 87931 |
|---|---|
| City | Caballo |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| County | Sierra County |
| Area Code | 575 |
| Elevation | 4,893 ft |
| Latitude | 32.923922 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -107.344226 |
| Timezone | Denver (DST) |
| FIPS | 35051 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 51.6% (264)
Female 48.4% (248) ♀
Race & Ethnicity
White71.7%
Hispanic0.8%
Other27.5%
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 71.6 yrs ↑ 43% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.57 |
| Below Poverty | 34.6% ▲ 246% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.2% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 121 (23.9%) |
| Some College | 130 (25.7%) |
| Associates | 92 (18.2%) |
| Bachelors | 38 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 125 (24.7%) |
Education
HS Grad23.9%
Some College25.7%
Associates18.2%
Bachelors7.5%
Graduate24.7%
Housing & Income
Housing Tenure
Owner70.9%
Renter29.1%
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Total Units | 372 |
|---|---|
| Vacant Units | 46 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.57 |
Income Distribution
Employment & Commute
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Housing Stock
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 372 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 46 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.57 |
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 87931 is in Caballo, NM, in Sierra County.
ZIP code 87931 is located in New Mexico (NM).
ZIP code 87931 is in Sierra County, NM.
ZIP 87931 observes the Denver timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 87931 is 512 people (ACS 2023).
Income data not available.
Home value data not available.
About ZIP Code 87931
ZIP code 87931 is located in Caballo, New Mexico, within Sierra County. With a population of 512, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 71.6 years.
The population of 87931 is primarily White (71.68%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 34.6%.
Overall, ZIP code 87931 in Caballo, NM is characterized as moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied.