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Cities in ZIP code 87051

The list below includes the cities that the US Post Office accepts for ZIP code 87051. The preferred city may not be the city in which the ZIP is located. The city for 87051 is usually the name of the main post office. When mailing your package or letter, always include the preferred or acceptable cities. Using any city in the list of unacceptable cities may result in delays.

Primary/preferred city:

San Rafael, NM

Stats and Demographics for the 87051 ZIP Code

ZIP code 87051 is located in northwest New Mexico and covers a slightly less than average land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has a slightly less than average population density.

The people living in ZIP code 87051 are primarily white. The number of middle aged adults is extremely large while the number of people in their late 20s to early 40s is large. There are also a large number of single parents and a slightly less than average number of families. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 87051 ZIP code is large compared to other areas of the country.

Real Estate and Housing

ZIP code 87051 has a slightly higher than average percentage of vacancies.

The majority of household are owned or have a mortgage. Homes in ZIP code 87051 were primarily built in the 2000s or the 1970s. Looking at 87051 real estate data, the median home value of $86,100 is low compared to the rest of the country. It is also high compared to nearby ZIP codes. So you are less likely to find inexpensive homes in 87051. Rentals in 87051 are most commonly 3+ bedrooms. The rent for 3+ bedrooms is normally $750-$999/month including utilities. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 87051 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.

For more information, see San Rafael, NM real estate.

Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work

The median household income of $85,459 is compared to the rest of the country. It is also compared to nearby ZIP codes. So 87051 is likely to be one of the nicer parts of town with a more affluent demographic.

As with most parts of the country, vehicles are the most common form of transportation to places of employment. Pedestrians and cyclists beware. The area has some of lowest percentages of commutes without a vehicle in the country. A higher percentage of people in 87051 than almost anywhere in the country avoid a commute altogether by working at home. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. Most commuters in 87051 can expect to fall in that range. The area has an extremely high percentage of people that most travel over 45 minutes to their place of employment. People that commute should be aware of the potentially long commute times.

Schools and Education

The population has a much higher percentage of people with low education levels (less than high school) than normal. Despite the lower high school graduation rates, compared to other ZIPs, a much higher percentage of the population has received a college degree.

Schools in ZIP Code 87051

ZIP Code 87051 is in the Grants-Cibola County School District. There are 1 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 87051.