ZIP Code 87525, New Mexico
ZIP Code 87525 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 87525 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Taos County, New Mexico. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 65. The land area covers 18.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 65 | ±85 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40 yrs | ±18.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 32 | ±35 | 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 | 295 | ±83 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 32 | ±35 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 263 | ±73 |
| Median Home Value | $369,200 | ±$137,946 |
| 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 | $76,875 | ±$16,128 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,223 | ±$23,179 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.3% | ±11.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8 | ±13 |
| Unemployment Rate | 28.3% | ±43.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 33 | ±33 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 100% | ±0% |
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 TAOS
GUS Population: 34,482 (2024)
ID: 109317
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
105 ALBRIGHT ST, STE A, TAOS NM 87571-6170
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | QUESTA, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | QUESTA, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | EL PRADO, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ARROYO SECO, NM | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | TAOS, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | EAGLE NEST, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | EAGLE NEST, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | TAOS, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ANGEL FIRE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | QUESTA, 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-Taos Campus
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College | 19.2 mi away | 1157 County Road 110, Ranchos de Taos, NM, 87557 |
5757376200
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RED RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 702 E. MAIN ST., RED RIVER, NM, 87558 |
(575) 754-6564
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QUESTA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 6 1/2 MUNICIPAL PARK ROAD, QUESTA, NM, 87556 |
(575) 586-2023
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TAOS PUEBLO LIBRARY
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Library | 11.4 mi away | 120 VETERANS HIGHWAY, TAOS, NM, 87571 |
(575) 779-5003
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EAGLE NEST PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 74 N TOMBOY DR, EAGLE NEST, NM, 87718 |
(575) 377-0657
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TAOS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 402 CAMINO DE LA PLACITA, TAOS, NM, 87571 |
(575) 758-3063
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TALPA COMMUNITY CENTER LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 4 ARCHULETA RD, RANCHOS DE TAOS, NM, 87557 |
(575) 751-1014
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SHUTER LIBRARY OF ANGEL FIRE
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Library | 18.9 mi away | 11 SOUTH ANGEL FIRE ROAD, ANGEL FIRE, NM, 87710 |
(575) 377-6755
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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 RED RIVER, NM US, located 8.9 miles from ZCTA5 87525. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.2° | 6.8° | 21.0° | 1.05" | 19.1" |
| February | 37.2° | 9.4° | 23.3° | 1.46" | 26.1" |
| March | 44.8° | 16.2° | 30.5° | 1.85" | 31.4" |
| April | 52.3° | 23.0° | 37.7° | 1.99" | 26.7" |
| May | 62.0° | 29.6° | 45.8° | 1.79" | 6.2" |
| June | 72.4° | 36.3° | 54.4° | 1.11" | 0.0" |
| July | 74.6° | 41.6° | 58.1° | 3.14" | 0.0" |
| August | 72.4° | 40.2° | 56.3° | 3.01" | 0.0" |
| September | 67.7° | 33.8° | 50.7° | 2.03" | 0.0" |
| October | 56.2° | 24.7° | 40.4° | 1.78" | 9.7" |
| November | 43.7° | 15.5° | 29.6° | 1.59" | 19.0" |
| December | 35.1° | 8.1° | 21.6° | 1.22" | 18.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taos Ski Valley village | Village | 3.4 mi | — |
| Arroyo Seco CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| San Cristobal CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| Red River town | Town | 8.9 mi | — |
| Questa village | Village | 9.8 mi | — |
| Taos Pueblo CDP | CDP | 9.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 87525. • 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.