ZIP Code 88021, New Mexico
ZIP Code 88021 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 88021 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 16,298. The land area covers 457.60 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,298 | ±892 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.3 yrs | ±3.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,597 | ±470 | 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 | 6,004 | ±493 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,597 | ±470 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 407 | ±140 |
| Median Home Value | $153,000 | ±$18,564 |
| Median Gross Rent | $608 | ±$113 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $46,217 | ±$7,038 |
| Per Capita Income | $21,933 | ±$2,848 |
| Poverty Rate | 27.4% | ±5.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,470 | ±910 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.2% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,079 | ±748 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.9% | ±4.1% |
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 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ANTHONY, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ANTHONY, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ANTHONY, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ANTHONY, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ANTHONY, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | ANTHONY, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ANTHONY, NM | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | VINTON, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | EL PASO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CANUTILLO, TX |
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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Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine
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College | 17.8 mi away | 3501 Arrowhead Drive, Las Cruces, NM, 88001 |
5756742266
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ANTHONY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 750 LANDERS RD, ANTHONY, NM, 88021 |
(575) 882-3059
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New Mexico State University-Main Campus
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College | 17.9 mi away | 2850 Weddell Street, Las Cruces, NM, 88003-8001 |
5756460111
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JENNA WELCH & LAURA BUSH COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 6701 S DESERT BLVD RM L100, EL PASO, TX, 79932 |
(915) 831-8889
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Olympian Academy of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 18.8 mi away | 1440 MISSOURI AVE STE 7, LAS CRUCES, NM, 88001-5330 |
4809676464
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DORRIS VAN DOREN REGIONAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 551 E REDD RD, EL PASO, TX, 79912 |
(915) 212-0440
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Glitz School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 19.7 mi away | 2755 E. Idaho, Las Cruces, NM, 88011 |
5755325683
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WESTSIDE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 125 BELVIDERE ST, EL PASO, TX, 79912 |
(915) 212-0445
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New Mexico State University-Dona Ana
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College | 23.0 mi away | 2800 N. Sonoma Ranch Blvd., Las Cruces, NM, 88011 |
5755287000
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MUNSON CENTER LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 975 S MESQUITE ST, LAS CRUCES, NM, 88001 |
(575) 528-3406
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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 LA TUNA 1 S, TX US, located 11.3 miles from ZCTA5 88021. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57.2° | 34.0° | 45.6° | 0.54" | 0.0" |
| February | 63.1° | 38.6° | 50.8° | 0.31" | 0.0" |
| March | 70.1° | 44.8° | 57.5° | 0.15" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.8° | 50.8° | 64.8° | 0.03" | 0.0" |
| May | 87.7° | 60.5° | 74.1° | 0.28" | 0.0" |
| June | 95.3° | 69.6° | 82.4° | 0.70" | 0.0" |
| July | 94.3° | 72.9° | 83.6° | 2.43" | 0.0" |
| August | 92.2° | 71.5° | 81.9° | 1.61" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.3° | 65.7° | 76.5° | 1.42" | 0.0" |
| October | 78.4° | 53.7° | 66.1° | 0.72" | 0.0" |
| November | 65.6° | 41.3° | 53.5° | 0.43" | 0.0" |
| December | 55.9° | 34.0° | 44.9° | 0.52" | 0.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamberino CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| La Mesa CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| La Union CDP | CDP | 8.5 mi | — |
| San Miguel CDP | CDP | 9.5 mi | — |
| Berino CDP | CDP | 9.7 mi | — |
| Vado CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 88021. • 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.