87421 ZIP Code – Waterflow, New Mexico
ZIP code 87421 is a small ZIP code located in Waterflow, New Mexico, within San Juan County with a population of approximately 1,612 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $48,102, which is near the New Mexico average and below the national figure. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $104,700, well below the national average, with 71.9% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , and the median rent of $1,563 is above the national average. Housing consists of 61% single-family (increasing).
Unemployment stands at 9.1%, which is well above the U.S. rate. About 20.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well above the national rate. Bachelor's degree attainment is 7.8%, well below the national average. The population has a median age of 41.1, near the national median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 87417, 87416, 87420.
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ZIP 87421 vs. New Mexico vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 87421 | NM Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,612 | 5,896 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $48k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $104k | $190k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,563 | $897 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 41.1 | 46.2 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.1% | 6.3% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 20.6% | 19.9% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 7.8% | 23.0% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 87417 – Kirtland
- 87416 – Fruitland
- 87420 – Shiprock
- 87401 – Farmington
- 87402 – Farmington
- 81334 – Towaoc
- 87415 – Flora Vista
- 87418 – La Plata
- 87461 – Sanostee
- 81330 – Mesa Verde National Park
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 87417 | KIRTLAND | 5,358 | $50,114 |
| 87416 | FRUITLAND | 4,470 | $42,346 |
| 87420 | SHIPROCK | 11,051 | $37,643 |
| 87401 | FARMINGTON | 46,398 | $52,654 |
| 87402 | FARMINGTON | 10,362 | $72,869 |