ZIP Code 87042, New Mexico
ZIP Code 87042 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 87042 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Valencia County, New Mexico. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,410. The land area covers 4.50 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,410 | ±18 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.9 yrs | ±14.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,427 | ±196 | 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 | 1,471 | ±200 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,427 | ±196 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 44 | ±44 |
| Median Home Value | $299,200 | ±$43,671 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,237 | ±$231 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,057 | ±$7,508 |
| Per Capita Income | $57,342 | ±$26,524 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.3% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 182 | ±120 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,701 | ±283 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78% | ±9.1% |
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-05 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LOS LUNAS, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ALBUQUERQUE, 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 | PK-06 | LOS LUNAS, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | BELEN, NM |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 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 | 7.0 mi away | 280 La Entrada, Los Lunas, NM, 87031-7633 |
5059258500
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BOSQUE FARMS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 1455 W. BOSQUE LOOP, BOSQUE FARMS, NM, 87068 |
(505) 869-2227
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Central New Mexico Community College
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College | 17.1 mi away | 525 Buena Vista Dr SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106 |
5052243000
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LOS LUNAS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 460 MAIN ST. NE, LOS LUNAS, NM, 87031 |
(505) 839-3850
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University of New Mexico-Main Campus
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College | 18.1 mi away | 1700 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87131 |
5052770111
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LOS LUNAS MUSEUM OF HERITAGE & ARTS
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 251 MAIN ST. SE, LOS LUNAS, NM, 87031 |
(505) 352-7720
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Brookline College-Albuquerque
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College | 18.2 mi away | 303 Roma Ave 3rd Floor, Suite 300, Albuquerque, NM, 87102 |
8887170199
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PUEBLO OF ISLETA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 950 MOONLIGHT DR., ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87105 |
(505) 869-9808
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Aveda Institute-New Mexico
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College Vocational | 18.2 mi away | 1816 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104-1160 |
5052945333366
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BELEN HARVEY HOUSE MUSEUM
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 104 N 1ST STREET, BELEN, NM, 87002 |
(505) 966-2614
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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 6.0 miles from ZCTA5 87042. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peralta town | Town | 0.0 mi | — |
| Valencia CDP | CDP | 1.6 mi | — |
| Bosque Farms village | Village | 1.9 mi | — |
| Chical CDP | CDP | 2.8 mi | — |
| El Cerro CDP | CDP | 3.4 mi | — |
| El Cerro Mission CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 87042. • 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.