87579 ZIP Code – Vadito, New Mexico
87579 is a ZIP code serving Vadito, New Mexico in Taos County with a population of approximately 2,002 residents. The median household income of $82,868 is above the New Mexico average and near the national average. The median home value of $99,500 is well below the national average, with 84.1% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). Housing consists of 46% single-family (decreasing), 11% apartments (increasing).
The area reports an unemployment rate of 0.2%, well below the national average. About 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line, above the national rate. Bachelor's degree attainment is 11.7%, well below the national average. At 55.0, the median age is above the national figure. Neighboring ZIP codes include 87543, 87521, 87553.
ZIP Code 87579 Data
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ZIP 87579 vs. New Mexico vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 87579 | NM Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,002 | 5,896 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $82k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $99k | $190k | $258k |
| Median Rent | — | $897 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 55.0 | 46.2 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.2% | 6.3% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 18.2% | 19.9% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 11.7% | 23.0% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 87543 – Llano
- 87521 – Chamisal
- 87553 – Penasco
- 87715 – Cleveland
- 87557 – Ranchos De Taos
- 87723 – Holman
- 87713 – Chacon
- 87578 – Truchas
- 87732 – Mora
- 87527 – Dixon
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 87543 | LLANO | 247 | Not provided |
| 87521 | CHAMISAL | 880 | Not provided |
| 87553 | PENASCO | 1,583 | $37,143 |
| 87715 | CLEVELAND | 418 | $22,300 |
| 87557 | RANCHOS DE TAOS | 5,527 | $50,112 |