Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
| Below Poverty | 18.5% ▲ 85% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.4% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 293 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,370 (32.3%) |
| Some College | 2,972 (11.5%) |
| Associates | 6,155 (23.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,556 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,599 (21.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,312 ▼ 21% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $243,540 ▼ 13% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $779/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 21,778 |
| Vacant Units | 5,129 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Rio Arriba County is located in New Mexico and encompasses 28 ZIP codes spanning 27 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 43,458 residents. With a median age of 41.4, it is a middle-aged county.
Rio Arriba County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,311 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 18.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Rio Arriba County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $243,540 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $779. Homeownership rates are high at 75.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Rio Arriba County are primarily Hispanic (71.17%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Rio Arriba County, NM is a solidly middle-class area in New Mexico. The 28 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87511 | Alcalde | 2,700 | $82,781 | $228,800 | $442 | 0.7% | 31.2% |
| 87515 | Canjilon | 245 | $162,668 | $352,200 | — | 0.0% | 68.1% |
| 87516 | Canones | 104 | $98,750 | $525,000 | — | 0.0% | 9.9% |
| 87520 | Chama | 1,088 | $59,583 | $207,200 | $529 | 4.7% | 38.5% |
| 87522 | Chimayo | 2,937 | $54,625 | $219,400 | $834 | 0.9% | 30.8% |
| 87523 | Cordova | 418 | $23,426 | $150,000 | — | — | 0.0% |
| 87012 | Coyote | 290 | $37,031 | $306,300 | — | 49.1% | 5.4% |
| 87527 | Dixon | 1,444 | $50,500 | $399,100 | — | 9.4% | 41.9% |
| 87528 | Dulce | 3,236 | $45,313 | $65,300 | $557 | 11.9% | 16.2% |
| 87530 | El Rito | 961 | $24,611 | $273,700 | — | 0.0% | 35.9% |
| 87532 | Espanola | 19,522 | $57,077 | $225,000 | $887 | 5.2% | 35.8% |
| 87017 | Gallina | 420 | $121,000 | $245,500 | — | 7.6% | 36.8% |
| 87537 | Hernandez | 2,030 | $40,795 | $228,800 | $636 | 5.8% | 19.2% |
| 87029 | Lindrith | 326 | $66,534 | — | — | 4.8% | 17.8% |
| 87548 | Medanales | 921 | $68,750 | — | — | 0.0% | 27.4% |
| 87566 | Ohkay Owingeh | 2,623 | $64,028 | $500,000 | $715 | 6.5% | 20.9% |
| 87575 | Tierra Amarilla | 1,131 | $77,471 | — | — | 17.9% | 29.9% |
| 87578 | Truchas | 278 | $39,632 | — | $1,140 | 0.0% | 30.2% |
| 87582 | Velarde | 1,003 | $154,618 | $328,200 | — | 0.0% | 58.0% |
| 87064 | Youngsville | 146 | $35,781 | $78,700 | — | 10.3% | 0.0% |