Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
| Below Poverty | 24.9% ▲ 149% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.3% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 11% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 37 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,863 (32.8%) |
| Some College | 987 (17.4%) |
| Associates | 1,075 (18.9%) |
| Bachelors | 451 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,261 (22.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $44,833 ▼ 41% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $77,912 ▼ 72% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $790/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 5,440 |
| Vacant Units | 1,389 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Quay County is located in New Mexico and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 8,571 residents. With a median age of 47.74, it is a mature county.
Quay County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $44,833 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 24.9% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Quay County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $77,912 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $790. Homeownership rates are high at 72.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Quay County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 48.8%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Quay County, NM is a working-class area in New Mexico. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88411 | Bard | 104 | $46,944 | $319,000 | — | 30.0% | 16.2% |
| 88426 | Logan | 997 | $29,891 | $112,600 | $1,085 | 3.5% | 19.7% |
| 88427 | Mcalister | 118 | $55,625 | $95,000 | — | 0.0% | 55.3% |
| 88430 | Nara Visa | 241 | $25,795 | — | — | 3.0% | 18.9% |
| 88434 | San Jon | 279 | $62,813 | $111,600 | $631 | 0.0% | 31.2% |
| 88401 | Tucumcari | 6,689 | $46,773 | $65,800 | $753 | 4.5% | 31.6% |