Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 14.0% ▲ 40% above avg |
| College Grads | 45.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 297 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,464 (24.7%) |
| Some College | 2,623 (10%) |
| Associates | 4,767 (18.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,265 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,761 (37.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,223 ▼ 17% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $364,669 ▲ 31% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,129/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 21,793 |
| Vacant Units | 6,706 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Taos County is located in New Mexico and encompasses 21 ZIP codes spanning 21 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 36,041 residents. With a median age of 45.51, it is a mature county.
Taos County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,223 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Taos County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $364,669 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,129. Homeownership rates are high at 79.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Taos County are majority Hispanic (51.33%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 45.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Taos County, NM is a solidly middle-class area in New Mexico. The 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87513 | Arroyo Hondo | 1,078 | $80,389 | $403,400 | — | 0.0% | 37.4% |
| 87514 | Arroyo Seco | 1,485 | $70,934 | $521,300 | — | 5.8% | 60.8% |
| 87519 | Cerro | 760 | $76,447 | $415,800 | — | 0.0% | 3.1% |
| 87521 | Chamisal | 846 | $38,983 | $188,500 | $948 | 11.3% | 27.5% |
| 87529 | El Prado | 4,872 | $68,370 | $393,600 | $1,444 | 6.7% | 43.6% |
| 87549 | Ojo Caliente | 1,400 | $180,591 | $257,000 | — | 7.3% | 33.0% |
| 87553 | Penasco | 1,470 | $44,219 | $200,300 | $956 | 6.8% | 29.1% |
| 87556 | Questa | 2,433 | $45,250 | $226,900 | — | 0.6% | 25.3% |
| 87557 | Ranchos De Taos | 4,512 | $56,979 | $373,400 | $1,268 | 0.0% | 58.8% |
| 87558 | Red River | 1,050 | $46,794 | $429,500 | $935 | 0.0% | 57.6% |
| 87571 | Taos | 12,544 | $55,833 | $416,800 | $1,006 | 6.7% | 52.6% |
| 87579 | Vadito | 1,328 | $63,904 | $125,100 | — | 0.2% | 22.9% |