87942 ZIP Code – Williamsburg, New Mexico
87942 is a ZIP code serving Williamsburg, New Mexico in Sierra County with a population of approximately 1,542 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $34,967, which is below the New Mexico average and well below the national figure. At $113,600, median home values run well below the national average, with 85.7% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , with median rent coming in at $766 — below the national figure. Housing consists of 30% single-family (increasing).
At 17.8%, the unemployment rate is well above the national figure. An estimated 10.1% of the population falls below the poverty line, below the national figure. About 3.0% of residents have completed a four-year degree, well below the national rate. At 59.7, the median age is above the national figure. ZIP codes in the surrounding area include 87931, 87935, 87930.
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ZIP 87942 vs. New Mexico vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 87942 | NM Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,542 | 5,896 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $34k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $113k | $190k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $766 | $897 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 59.7 | 46.2 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 17.8% | 6.3% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% | 19.9% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 3.0% | 23.0% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 87931 – Caballo
- 87935 – Elephant Butte
- 87930 – Arrey
- 88042 – Hillsboro
- 87939 – Monticello
- 87933 – Derry
- 87901 – Truth Or Consequences
- 87936 – Garfield
- 87943 – Winston
- 87941 – Salem
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 87931 | CABALLO | 706 | Not provided |
| 87935 | ELEPHANT BUTTE | 1,718 | $39,746 |
| 87930 | ARREY | 408 | Not provided |
| 88042 | HILLSBORO | 327 | $16,096 |
| 87939 | MONTICELLO | 267 | $111,004 |