ZIP Code 87121, New Mexico
ZIP Code 87121 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 87121 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 75,510. The land area covers 337.10 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75,510 | ±3,066 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 32.6 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 25,639 | ±1,026 | 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 | 26,387 | ±1,048 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 25,639 | ±1,026 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 748 | ±273 |
| Median Home Value | $208,200 | ±$6,344 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,321 | ±$63 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,796 | ±$3,602 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,300 | ±$1,111 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.5% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 16,205 | ±2,120 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 34,126 | ±1,509 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.5% | ±1.9% |
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: 671,747 (2024)
ID: 208788
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY COUNTY MANAGER OF FINANCE
1 CIVIC PLZ NW, FL 10, ALBUQUERQUE NM 87102-2111
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | ALBUQUERQUE, 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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Aveda Institute-New Mexico
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College Vocational | 13.5 mi away | 1816 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104-1160 |
5052945333366
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WESTGATE LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 1300 DELGADO SW, ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87121 |
(505) 833-6984
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Brookline College-Albuquerque
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College | 14.4 mi away | 303 Roma Ave 3rd Floor, Suite 300, Albuquerque, NM, 87102 |
8887170199
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CENTRAL & UNSER - PATRICK J. BACA LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 8081 CENTRAL NW, ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87121 |
(505) 768-4320
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Central New Mexico Community College
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College | 15.2 mi away | 525 Buena Vista Dr SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106 |
5052243000
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ALAMOSA/ROBERT L. MURPHY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 6900 GONZALES RD SW, ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87121 |
(505) 836-0684
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Carrington College-Albuquerque
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College | 15.8 mi away | 1001 Menaul Blvd. N.E., Albuquerque, NM, 87107-1642 |
5052547777
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SOUTH VALLEY LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 3904 ISLETA BLVD. SW, ALBUQUERQUE, NM, 87105 |
(505) 877-5170
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University of New Mexico-Main Campus
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College | 15.9 mi away | 1700 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM, 87131 |
5052770111
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PUEBLO OF ISLETA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 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 ALBUQUERQUE VALLEY, NM US, located 11.0 miles from ZCTA5 87121. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51.1° | 22.3° | 36.7° | 0.45" | 1.4" |
| February | 57.1° | 26.8° | 41.9° | 0.47" | 1.3" |
| March | 65.5° | 33.1° | 49.3° | 0.54" | 0.6" |
| April | 72.4° | 40.1° | 56.2° | 0.59" | 0.3" |
| May | 80.9° | 48.1° | 64.5° | 0.48" | 0.0" |
| June | 90.9° | 56.8° | 73.9° | 0.57" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.5° | 63.4° | 78.0° | 1.53" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.1° | 61.9° | 76.0° | 1.52" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.4° | 53.9° | 68.6° | 1.26" | 0.0" |
| October | 72.2° | 41.4° | 56.8° | 1.02" | 0.3" |
| November | 59.7° | 29.5° | 44.6° | 0.59" | 0.6" |
| December | 49.9° | 22.4° | 36.1° | 0.65" | 2.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pajarito Mesa CDP | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
| South Valley CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
| Isleta CDP | CDP | 13.3 mi | — |
| Albuquerque city | City | 14.9 mi | — |
| Bosque Farms village | Village | 15.6 mi | — |
| Los Lunas village | Village | 15.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 87121. • 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.