Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 15.6% ▲ 56% above avg |
| College Grads | 47.7% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 7,661 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 92,688 (21.6%) |
| Some College | 50,230 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 70,497 (16.4%) |
| Bachelors | 44,264 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 163,938 (38.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,329 ▼ 9% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $275,510 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,172/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 299,723 |
| Vacant Units | 17,517 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Bernalillo County is located in New Mexico and encompasses 48 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 670,623 residents. With a median age of 39.29, it is a middle-aged county.
Bernalillo County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $69,328 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 15.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Bernalillo County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $275,510 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,171. Homeownership rates are high at 65.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Bernalillo County are racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 49.1%. Educational attainment is well-educated — 47.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Bernalillo County, NM is a solidly middle-class area in New Mexico. The 48 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87102 | Albuquerque | 20,258 | $37,276 | $174,400 | $868 | 6.5% | 43.3% |
| 87104 | Albuquerque | 13,369 | $67,714 | $300,000 | $1,022 | 4.9% | 58.4% |
| 87105 | Albuquerque | 54,215 | $49,928 | $200,300 | $972 | 6.2% | 27.8% |
| 87106 | Albuquerque | 26,815 | $51,079 | $332,100 | $904 | 4.9% | 58.7% |
| 87107 | Albuquerque | 26,993 | $59,663 | $282,000 | $901 | 4.6% | 48.6% |
| 87108 | Albuquerque | 35,985 | $39,578 | $227,600 | $828 | 9.5% | 42.3% |
| 87109 | Albuquerque | 39,323 | $56,295 | $298,300 | $1,112 | 6.9% | 52.3% |
| 87110 | Albuquerque | 40,142 | $63,593 | $251,400 | $1,096 | 5.4% | 47.7% |
| 87111 | Albuquerque | 57,219 | $84,511 | $349,200 | $1,310 | 4.2% | 64.7% |
| 87112 | Albuquerque | 42,523 | $69,610 | $254,400 | $1,056 | 5.2% | 49.9% |
| 87113 | Albuquerque | 16,369 | $92,083 | $362,100 | $1,581 | 4.6% | 59.5% |
| 87114 | Albuquerque | 70,064 | $81,768 | $296,200 | $1,321 | 4.3% | 51.4% |
| 87116 | Albuquerque | 3,953 | $78,877 | — | $1,744 | 4.4% | 67.3% |
| 87120 | Albuquerque | 65,477 | $84,887 | $276,900 | $1,404 | 4.5% | 49.8% |
| 87121 | Albuquerque | 76,135 | $59,184 | $192,500 | $1,277 | 4.8% | 27.1% |
| 87122 | Albuquerque | 18,776 | $161,299 | $614,200 | $1,900 | 4.3% | 75.6% |
| 87123 | Albuquerque | 43,515 | $61,552 | $236,400 | $995 | 4.7% | 45.8% |
| 87008 | Cedar Crest | 2,338 | $108,523 | $352,900 | $907 | 5.0% | 62.7% |
| 87022 | Isleta | 721 | $41,176 | — | — | 5.0% | 58.9% |
| 87047 | Sandia Park | 5,166 | $111,546 | $399,400 | $1,130 | 1.4% | 63.0% |
| 87059 | Tijeras | 10,012 | $89,267 | $322,100 | $1,218 | 3.0% | 48.4% |