ZIP Code 88012, New Mexico
ZIP Code 88012 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 88012 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Doña Ana County, New Mexico. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 33,158. The land area covers 348.80 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 33,158 | ±2,061 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 32.3 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 12,061 | ±716 | 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 | 13,207 | ±770 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 12,061 | ±716 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,146 | ±352 |
| Median Home Value | $249,500 | ±$14,050 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,325 | ±$82 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,052 | ±$6,581 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,705 | ±$1,956 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.5% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,778 | ±1,054 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.2% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,925 | ±1,098 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.2% | ±1.4% |
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: 229,366 (2024)
ID: 131018
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC INFORMATION
845 N MOTEL BLVD, LAS CRUCES NM 88007-8100
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Education
Listing 7 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | LAS CRUCES, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LAS CRUCES, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LAS CRUCES, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | LAS CRUCES, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | LAS CRUCES, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | LAS CRUCES, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | LAS CRUCES, NM |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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New Mexico State University-Dona Ana
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College | 16.3 mi away | 2800 N. Sonoma Ranch Blvd., Las Cruces, NM, 88011 |
5755287000
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SAGE CAFE LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 6121 REYNOLDS DRIVE, LAS CRUCES, NM, 88011 |
(575) 528-3154
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Glitz School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 19.6 mi away | 2755 E. Idaho, Las Cruces, NM, 88011 |
5755325683
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THOMAS BRANIGAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.8 mi away | 200 E PICACHO AVENUE, LAS CRUCES, NM, 88001 |
(575) 528-4000
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Olympian Academy of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 20.3 mi away | 1440 MISSOURI AVE STE 7, LAS CRUCES, NM, 88001-5330 |
4809676464
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MUNSON CENTER LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 975 S MESQUITE ST, LAS CRUCES, NM, 88001 |
(575) 528-3406
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New Mexico State University-Main Campus
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College | 21.3 mi away | 2850 Weddell Street, Las Cruces, NM, 88003-8001 |
5756460111
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HATCH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.6 mi away | 530 E. HALL, HATCH, NM, 87937 |
(575) 267-5132
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Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine
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College | 21.6 mi away | 3501 Arrowhead Drive, Las Cruces, NM, 88001 |
5756742266
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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 LAS CRUCES 20 N, NM US, located 2.4 miles from ZCTA5 88012. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56.1° | 23.5° | 39.8° | 0.63" | — |
| February | 61.6° | 26.5° | 44.1° | 0.37" | — |
| March | 69.3° | 32.3° | 50.8° | 0.21" | — |
| April | 76.9° | 38.7° | 57.8° | 0.19" | — |
| May | 85.3° | 47.3° | 66.3° | 0.42" | — |
| June | 94.9° | 58.9° | 76.9° | 0.85" | — |
| July | 93.7° | 65.6° | 79.6° | 2.30" | — |
| August | 91.4° | 63.9° | 77.7° | 2.20" | — |
| September | 86.1° | 56.0° | 71.1° | 1.10" | — |
| October | 77.3° | 42.2° | 59.7° | 0.79" | — |
| November | 65.6° | 30.8° | 48.2° | 0.61" | — |
| December | 55.2° | 23.1° | 39.2° | 0.59" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radium Springs CDP | CDP | 10.8 mi | — |
| Doña Ana CDP | CDP | 13.7 mi | — |
| Butterfield Park CDP | CDP | 14.6 mi | — |
| Organ CDP | CDP | 15.0 mi | — |
| San Ysidro CDP | CDP | 16.2 mi | — |
| Las Cruces city | City | 18.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 88012. • 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.