ZIP Code 87539, New Mexico
ZIP Code 87539 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 87539 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 250. The land area covers 76.67 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | ±261 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37 yrs | ±52.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 90 | ±80 | 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 | 228 | ±182 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 90 | ±80 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 138 | ±163 |
| Median Home Value | Suppressed | — |
| 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 | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $12,784 | ±$19,096 |
| Poverty Rate | 68.4% | ±87.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 171 | ±283 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±41.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 34 | ±55 |
| 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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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 5 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | DIXON, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | EL RITO, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | OJO CALIENTE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | OJO CALIENTE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | OJO CALIENTE, 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-Taos Campus
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College | 18.5 mi away | 1157 County Road 110, Ranchos de Taos, NM, 87557 |
5757376200
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VALLECITOS COMMUNITY CENTER AND LIBRARY
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 13 COUNTY RD. 251, VALLECITOS, NM, 87581 |
(575) 582-4211
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EL RITO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 182 PLACITAS ROAD, EL RITO, NM, 87530 |
(575) 581-4608
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EMBUDO VALLEY LIBRARY & COMMUNITY CENTER
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 217A HWY 75 DIXON, DIXON, NM, 87527 |
(505) 579-9181
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PICURIS PUEBLO LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 201 PUEBLO VIEW STATE ROAD 75, PENASCO, NM, 87553 |
(916) 390-8738
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TALPA COMMUNITY CENTER LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 4 ARCHULETA RD, RANCHOS DE TAOS, NM, 87557 |
(575) 751-1014
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TAOS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 402 CAMINO DE LA PLACITA, TAOS, NM, 87571 |
(575) 758-3063
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PUEBLO DE ABIQUIU LIBRARY & CULTURAL CENTER
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Library | 22.7 mi away | COUNTY RD. #187 BUILDING #29, ABIQUIU, NM, 87510 |
(505) 685-4884
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P'OE TSAWA COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 23.5 mi away | 232 POPAY AVENUE, OHKAY OWINGEH, NM, 87566 |
(505) 852-2814
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TAOS PUEBLO LIBRARY
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Library | 24.3 mi away | 120 VETERANS HIGHWAY, TAOS, NM, 87571 |
(575) 779-5003
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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 EL RITO, NM US, located 11.9 miles from ZCTA5 87539. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.3° | 17.9° | 29.6° | 0.65" | 6.5" |
| February | 45.8° | 20.9° | 33.3° | 0.47" | 3.6" |
| March | 54.4° | 26.2° | 40.3° | 0.71" | 3.6" |
| April | 62.6° | 31.8° | 47.2° | 0.86" | 1.1" |
| May | 71.7° | 40.3° | 56.0° | 0.88" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.1° | 47.5° | 64.3° | 0.74" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.3° | 54.1° | 69.2° | 1.77" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.7° | 53.4° | 67.6° | 1.90" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.1° | 46.5° | 61.3° | 1.50" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.3° | 35.5° | 50.4° | 0.85" | 0.9" |
| November | 50.8° | 25.3° | 38.0° | 0.64" | 1.5" |
| December | 40.7° | 18.8° | 29.7° | 0.77" | 6.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Madera CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Ojo Caliente CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| El Rito CDP | CDP | 11.4 mi | — |
| Canova CDP | CDP | 15.1 mi | — |
| Dixon CDP | CDP | 15.1 mi | — |
| Velarde CDP | CDP | 15.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 87539. • 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.