ZIP Code 87023, New Mexico
ZIP Code 87023 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 87023 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Valencia County, New Mexico. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 306. The land area covers 2.60 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 306 | ±197 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 51.7 yrs | ±14.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 162 | ±93 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 227 | ±104 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 162 | ±93 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 65 | ±48 |
| Median Home Value | $169,300 | ±$81,948 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $27,761 | ±$10,887 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.4% | ±13.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 38 | ±47 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±17.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 78 | ±69 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 71.6% | ±30.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 80,813 (2024)
ID: 131024
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 1119, LOS LUNAS NM 87031-1119
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LOS LUNAS, NM | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 01-08 | BELEN, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BELEN, NM | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BELEN, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | BELEN, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | BELEN, NM | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | LOS LUNAS, NM | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | LOS LUNAS, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BELEN, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LOS LUNAS, NM |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus
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College | 9.5 mi away | 280 La Entrada, Los Lunas, NM, 87031-7633 |
5059258500
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BELEN HARVEY HOUSE MUSEUM
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 104 N 1ST STREET, BELEN, NM, 87002 |
(505) 966-2614
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BELEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 333 BECKER AVENUE, BELEN, NM, 87002 |
(505) 966-2600
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LOS LUNAS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 460 MAIN ST. NE, LOS LUNAS, NM, 87031 |
(505) 839-3850
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LOS LUNAS MUSEUM OF HERITAGE & ARTS
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 251 MAIN ST. SE, LOS LUNAS, NM, 87031 |
(505) 352-7720
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BOSQUE FARMS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 1455 W. BOSQUE LOOP, BOSQUE FARMS, NM, 87068 |
(505) 869-2227
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RIO ABAJO COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 28 SOUTH CALLE DE CENTRO, LA JOYA, NM, 87028 |
(505) 861-8289
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PUEBLO OF ISLETA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.7 mi away | 950 MOONLIGHT DR., ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87105 |
(505) 869-9808
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at LOS LUNAS 3 SSW, NM US, located 11.5 miles from ZCTA5 87023. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51.4° | 19.0° | 35.2° | 0.45" | 1.5" |
| February | 57.7° | 23.4° | 40.5° | 0.42" | 0.7" |
| March | 65.7° | 30.1° | 47.9° | 0.54" | 0.3" |
| April | 73.1° | 37.2° | 55.1° | 0.55" | 0.0" |
| May | 81.7° | 46.4° | 64.1° | 0.49" | 0.0" |
| June | 91.8° | 55.5° | 73.7° | 0.52" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.3° | 62.2° | 77.7° | 1.55" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.1° | 60.3° | 75.7° | 1.53" | 0.0" |
| September | 85.0° | 51.7° | 68.3° | 1.15" | 0.0" |
| October | 74.3° | 38.4° | 56.4° | 0.92" | 0.4" |
| November | 60.9° | 26.6° | 43.7° | 0.57" | 0.6" |
| December | 50.2° | 19.7° | 35.0° | 0.54" | 1.6" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jarales CDP | CDP | 1.1 mi | — |
| Pueblitos CDP | CDP | 1.1 mi | — |
| Madrone CDP | CDP | 2.7 mi | — |
| Casa Colorada CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Rio Communities city | City | 4.3 mi | — |
| Sausal CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 87023. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.