ZIP Code 87516, New Mexico
ZIP Code 87516 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 87516 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 68. The land area covers 38.88 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68 | ±57 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 68.3 yrs | ±7.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 39 | ±38 | 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 | 51 | ±40 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 39 | ±38 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 12 | ±20 |
| Median Home Value | $658,300 | ±$289,373 |
| 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 | $103,625 | ±$72,596 |
| Per Capita Income | $53,543 | ±$12,363 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% | ±11.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7 | ±10 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±35.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 39 | ±36 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 61.5% | ±39.5% |
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: 39,955 (2024)
ID: 170372
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
1122 INDUSTRIAL PARK RD, ESPANOLA NM 87532-3453
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Education
Listing 1 local institution (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | ABIQUIU, NM |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus
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College | 21.8 mi away | 4000 University Dr, Los Alamos, NM, 87544 |
5056625919
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PUEBLO DE ABIQUIU LIBRARY & CULTURAL CENTER
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Library | 8.3 mi away | COUNTY RD. #187 BUILDING #29, ABIQUIU, NM, 87510 |
(505) 685-4884
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Northern New Mexico College
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College | 24.5 mi away | 921 Paseo de Onate, Espanola, NM, 87532 |
5057472100
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EL RITO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 182 PLACITAS ROAD, EL RITO, NM, 87530 |
(575) 581-4608
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MESA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 2400 CENTRAL AVENUE, LOS ALAMOS, NM, 87544 |
(505) 662-8240
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P'OE TSAWA COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 23.7 mi away | 232 POPAY AVENUE, OHKAY OWINGEH, NM, 87566 |
(505) 852-2814
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ESPANOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.9 mi away | 313 NORTH PASEO DE ONATE, ESPANOLA, NM, 87532 |
(505) 747-6087
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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 ABIQUIU DAM, NM US, located 4.8 miles from ZCTA5 87516. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.0° | 17.7° | 29.9° | 0.41" | 2.8" |
| February | 47.0° | 21.8° | 34.4° | 0.34" | 2.0" |
| March | 55.9° | 28.6° | 42.3° | 0.58" | 1.6" |
| April | 63.3° | 34.8° | 49.0° | 0.79" | 0.4" |
| May | 72.8° | 43.7° | 58.2° | 0.80" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.8° | 53.3° | 68.5° | 0.62" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.5° | 58.3° | 72.9° | 1.65" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.1° | 56.8° | 70.9° | 1.75" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.7° | 49.5° | 64.1° | 1.19" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.0° | 37.4° | 52.2° | 0.89" | 0.1" |
| November | 53.9° | 27.3° | 40.6° | 0.50" | 0.6" |
| December | 43.3° | 19.0° | 31.2° | 0.54" | 3.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cañones CDP | CDP | 2.6 mi | — |
| Youngsville CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Abiquiu CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Coyote CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Medanales CDP | CDP | 16.1 mi | — |
| Chili CDP | CDP | 18.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 87516. • 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.