87538 can be classified socioeconomically as Lower Class class compared to other ZIP Codes in New Mexico. The majority race/ethnicity residing in 87538 is White. The current unemployment level in 87538 is 4.3%.
| Population | 441 |
| Population Growth Rate | -63.52% |
| Population Density | 8 People per Square Mile |
| Total Households | 190 |
| Median Household Income (2021) | $22,457 |
| Current Unemployment Rate (May 2026) | 4.3% |
| Sales Tax Rate (2025) | 6.6% |
| Majority Race/Ethnicity | White - 65.51% |
87538 Race/Ethnicity Breakdown
| Race/Ethnicity | Total | Percentage |
|---|
| White | 226 | 65.51% |
| Black | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic | 119 | 34.49% |
| Asian | 0 | 0% |
| Native American | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian/Pac. Islander | 0 | 0% |
87538 Educational Attainment Levels
| Highest Education Level | Total | Percentage |
|---|
| Less Than 1 Year of College | 0 | 0% |
| Bachelor Degree | 66 | 32.84% |
| High School Diploma | 46 | 22.89% |
| No High School Diploma | 0 | 0% |
| GED or Alternate | 0 | 0% |
| 1 or More Years of College | 0 | 0% |
| Associates Degree | 42 | 20.9% |
| Masters Degree | 29 | 14.43% |
| Professional Degree | 18 | 8.96% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0 | 0% |
