ZIP Code 87540, New Mexico
ZIP Code 87540 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 87540 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Santa Fe County, New Mexico. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,117. The land area covers 163.62 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,117 | ±375 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 63.1 yrs | ±4.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 632 | ±264 | 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 | 692 | ±251 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 632 | ±264 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 60 | ±62 |
| Median Home Value | $729,700 | ±$186,444 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,039 | ±$234 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $52,500 | ±$41,947 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,767 | ±$11,442 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% | ±5.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 75 | ±68 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±3.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 550 | ±264 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.6% | ±12% |
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: 157,765 (2024)
ID: 170375
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIVISION
PO BOX 276, SANTA FE NM 87504-0276
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | SANTA FE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | SANTA FE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | SANTA FE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | SANTA FE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | SANTA FE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PECOS, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PECOS, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | PECOS, NM | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | SANTA FE, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | SANTA FE, 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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Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development
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College | 14.6 mi away | 83 Avan Nu Po Road, Santa Fe, NM, 87508-1300 |
5054242311
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VISTA GRANDE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 14 AVENIDA TORREON, SANTA FE, NM, 87508 |
(505) 466-7323
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Glitz School of Cosmetology - Santa Fe Campus
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College Vocational | 15.3 mi away | 55 Canada del Rancho, Santa Fe, NM, 87508 |
5755325683
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OLIVER LA FARGE LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 1730 LLANO STREET, SANTA FE, NM, 87505 |
(505) 955-4860
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Santa Fe Community College
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College | 15.4 mi away | 6401 Richards Ave, Santa Fe, NM, 87508-4887 |
5054281000
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SOUTHSIDE BRANCH
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 6599 JAGUAR DRIVE, SANTA FE, NM, 87507 |
(505) 955-2810
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Southwest University of Naprapathic Medicine
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College | 17.8 mi away | 2006 Botulph Road, Santa Fe, NM, 87505-5764 |
5054678777
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SANTA FE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 145 WASHINGTON AVENUE, SANTA FE, NM, 87501 |
(505) 955-6780
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St. John's College
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College | 18.1 mi away | 1160 Camino Cruz Blanca, Santa Fe, NM, 87505-4599 |
5059846000
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Vogue College of Cosmetology-Santa Fe
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College Vocational | 18.5 mi away | 2434 Cerillos Road, Santa Fe, NM, 87505 |
5054735552
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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 SANTA FE SETON, NM US, located 13.8 miles from ZCTA5 87540. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.6° | 20.5° | 31.6° | 0.79" | 5.0" |
| February | 47.1° | 23.3° | 35.2° | 0.69" | 5.5" |
| March | 55.6° | 28.9° | 42.3° | 0.94" | 4.2" |
| April | 63.3° | 34.4° | 48.9° | 0.78" | 1.1" |
| May | 72.8° | 43.6° | 58.2° | 0.88" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.7° | 53.5° | 68.6° | 0.87" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.5° | 57.4° | 71.4° | 2.48" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.3° | 55.8° | 69.5° | 2.19" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.1° | 49.7° | 63.4° | 1.60" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.5° | 38.6° | 52.1° | 1.56" | 0.5" |
| November | 52.4° | 27.9° | 40.2° | 0.95" | 3.2" |
| December | 42.4° | 20.9° | 31.6° | 1.01" | 8.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Galisteo CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Lamy CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Eldorado at Santa Fe CDP | CDP | 9.0 mi | — |
| Cañoncito CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
| Valencia CDP | CDP | 12.7 mi | — |
| Rowe CDP | CDP | 12.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 87540. • 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.