ZIP Code 87562, New Mexico
ZIP Code 87562 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 87562 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in San Miguel County, New Mexico. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 569. The land area covers 93.87 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 569 | ±461 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs | ±13.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 136 | ±93 | 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 | 186 | ±110 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 136 | ±93 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 50 | ±52 |
| Median Home Value | $205,000 | ±$25,362 |
| 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 | $116,402 | ±$28,053 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,943 | ±$15,587 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±14 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±4.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 323 | ±253 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 57.4% | ±20.2% |
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: 26,428 (2024)
ID: 170374
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: P Z SUPERVISOR
500 NATIONAL AVE, STE 200, LAS VEGAS NM 87701-4320
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Education
Listing 7 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | RIBERA, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | RIBERA, NM | |
| 8 Nearby | 2-3 | SANTA FE, 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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St. John's College
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College | 23.1 mi away | 1160 Camino Cruz Blanca, Santa Fe, NM, 87505-4599 |
5059846000
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VISTA GRANDE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 14 AVENIDA TORREON, SANTA FE, NM, 87508 |
(505) 466-7323
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Institute of American Indian and Alaska Native Culture and Arts Development
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College | 23.5 mi away | 83 Avan Nu Po Road, Santa Fe, NM, 87508-1300 |
5054242311
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DAVID F. CARGO VILLANUEVA LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 11 LOS PUEBLOS ROAD, VILLANUEVA, NM, 87583 |
(575) 421-0808
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Santa Fe Community College
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College | 23.7 mi away | 6401 Richards Ave, Santa Fe, NM, 87508-4887 |
5054281000
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OLIVER LA FARGE LIBRARY
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Library | 24.7 mi away | 1730 LLANO STREET, SANTA FE, NM, 87505 |
(505) 955-4860
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Southwest University of Naprapathic Medicine
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College | 23.9 mi away | 2006 Botulph Road, Santa Fe, NM, 87505-5764 |
5054678777
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Glitz School of Cosmetology - Santa Fe Campus
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College Vocational | 24.0 mi away | 55 Canada del Rancho, Santa Fe, NM, 87508 |
5755325683
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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 PECOS NM, NM US, located 10.0 miles from ZCTA5 87562. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46.6° | 18.0° | 32.3° | 0.68" | 6.3" |
| February | 49.6° | 21.4° | 35.5° | 0.62" | 4.4" |
| March | 57.1° | 25.5° | 41.3° | 0.74" | 3.0" |
| April | 64.3° | 31.1° | 47.7° | 0.72" | 1.0" |
| May | 73.4° | 39.1° | 56.3° | 1.01" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.9° | 48.0° | 65.9° | 1.23" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.2° | 53.6° | 69.4° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.7° | 52.3° | 67.5° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.6° | 45.1° | 61.3° | 1.71" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.7° | 34.5° | 50.6° | 1.20" | 0.6" |
| November | 54.6° | 25.0° | 39.8° | 1.03" | 3.7" |
| December | 46.7° | 17.8° | 32.2° | 0.97" | 7.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rowe CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| North San Ysidro CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Soham CDP | CDP | 8.9 mi | — |
| San Jose CDP | CDP | 10.1 mi | — |
| East Pecos CDP | CDP | 11.7 mi | — |
| Pecos village | Village | 11.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 87562. • 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.