Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.89 |
| Below Poverty | 17.7% ▲ 77% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.3% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 35% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,037 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 16,217 (32.4%) |
| Some College | 7,459 (14.9%) |
| Associates | 8,678 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 5,859 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,796 (21.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,172 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $201,086 ▼ 28% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,017/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 31,573 |
| Vacant Units | 4,020 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Valencia County is located in New Mexico and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 80,948 residents. With a median age of 39.79, it is a middle-aged county.
Valencia County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,172 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.6%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 17.7% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Valencia County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $201,086 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,016. Homeownership rates are high at 82.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Valencia County are majority Hispanic (58.9%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Valencia County, NM is a solidly middle-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87002 | Belen | 21,375 | $51,537 | $183,700 | $859 | 7.0% | 33.9% |
| 87006 | Bosque | 1,075 | $101,667 | $196,700 | — | 0.0% | 45.0% |
| 87068 | Bosque Farms | 5,554 | $63,287 | $246,300 | $865 | 6.1% | 34.2% |
| 87023 | Jarales | 222 | $25,043 | $153,300 | — | 0.0% | 17.1% |
| 87031 | Los Lunas | 46,211 | $61,947 | $206,600 | $1,083 | 7.2% | 32.2% |
| 87042 | Peralta | 3,456 | $61,181 | $275,000 | $1,346 | 5.1% | 45.8% |
| 87034 | Pueblo Of Acoma | 3,044 | $48,359 | $78,100 | — | 1.3% | 26.7% |