ZIP Code 87144, New Mexico
ZIP Code 87144 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 87144 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Sandoval County, New Mexico. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 51,837. The land area covers 100.39 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51,837 | ±1,775 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.3 yrs | ±1.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 18,364 | ±616 | 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 | 19,099 | ±576 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 18,364 | ±616 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 735 | ±292 |
| Median Home Value | $321,900 | ±$11,118 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,688 | ±$129 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $94,550 | ±$5,736 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,885 | ±$1,860 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.8% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,066 | ±954 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 24,676 | ±1,177 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.4% | ±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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COUNTY OF SANDOVAL
GUS Population: 157,757 (2024)
ID: 131022
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 40, BERNALILLO NM 87004-0040
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-10 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | ALGODONES, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ALBUQUERQUE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | BERNALILLO, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BERNALILLO, 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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Urban Academy of Beauty
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College Vocational | 6.4 mi away | 1001 Golf Course Road #104 & #105, Rio Rancho, NM, 87124-2575 |
5058180697
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LOMA COLORADO MAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 755 LOMA COLORADO BLVD, NE, RIO RANCHO, NM, 87124 |
(505) 891-5013
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Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute
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College | 11.0 mi away | 9169 Coors Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87120-3101 |
5053462347
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ESTHER BONE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 950 PINETREE RD. SE, RIO RANCHO, NM, 87124 |
(505) 891-5013
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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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THE HUB @ ENCHANTED HILLS
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 7845 ENCHANTED HILLS BLVD NE, RIO RANCHO, NM, 87144 |
(505) 891-5008
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Aveda Institute-New Mexico
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College Vocational | 16.6 mi away | 1816 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104-1160 |
5052945333366
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CORRALES COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 84 WEST LA ENTRADA ROAD, CORRALES, NM, 87048 |
(505) 897-0733
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A Better U Beauty Barber Academy
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College Vocational | 16.8 mi away | 5400 Phoenix Ave NE Suite 105, Albuquerque, NM, 87110 |
5052654777
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TOWN OF BERNALILLO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 124 CALLE MALINCHE, BERNALILLO, NM, 87004 |
(505) 867-1440
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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 RIO RANCHO #1, NM US, located 6.0 miles from ZCTA5 87144. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47.4° | 21.5° | 34.4° | 0.53" | 1.6" |
| February | 53.8° | 25.2° | 39.5° | 0.51" | 2.0" |
| March | 62.9° | 32.4° | 47.6° | 0.47" | 0.6" |
| April | 72.1° | 39.4° | 55.8° | 0.57" | 0.0" |
| May | 80.4° | 48.4° | 64.4° | 0.64" | 0.0" |
| June | 92.3° | 57.8° | 75.0° | 0.42" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.6° | 63.3° | 78.4° | 1.44" | 0.0" |
| August | 90.9° | 60.9° | 75.9° | 1.77" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.9° | 53.7° | 68.8° | 1.33" | 0.0" |
| October | 71.6° | 40.8° | 56.2° | 1.39" | 0.6" |
| November | 57.7° | 29.0° | 43.3° | 0.62" | 0.7" |
| December | 47.0° | 22.6° | 34.8° | 0.76" | 3.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Rancho city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
| Rio Rancho Estates CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Corrales village | Village | 7.8 mi | — |
| Bernalillo town | Town | 8.9 mi | — |
| Paradise Hills CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
| Pueblo of Sandia Village CDP | CDP | 9.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 87144. • 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.