88029 ZIP Code – Columbus, New Mexico
88029 is a ZIP code serving Columbus, New Mexico in Luna County with a population of approximately 1,327 residents. At $27,898, the median household income here runs well below the New Mexico average and well below the U.S. average. Median home values of $77,000 are well below the national average, with 54.4% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). . Median rent is $379, which is well below the U.S. average. Housing consists of 48% single-family (increasing).
At 4.8%, the unemployment rate is near the national figure. About 37.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well above the national rate. About 14.7% of residents have completed a four-year degree, well below the national rate. Residents have a median age of 38.5, near the U.S. median. Nearby ZIP codes include 88030, 88044, 88040.
ZIP Code 88029 Data
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ZIP 88029 vs. New Mexico vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 88029 | NM Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,327 | 5,896 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $27k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $77k | $190k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $379 | $897 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 38.5 | 46.2 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | 6.3% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 37.7% | 19.9% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 14.7% | 23.0% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 88030 – Deming
- 88044 – La Mesa
- 88040 – Hachita
- 88009 – Playas
- 88005 – Las Cruces
- 88004 – Las Cruces
- 88021 – Anthony
- 88034 – Faywood
- 88007 – Las Cruces
- 88008 – Santa Teresa
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88030 | DEMING | 24,066 | $40,075 |
| 88044 | LA MESA | 2,499 | $54,485 |
| 88040 | HACHITA | 81 | $37,798 |
| 88009 | PLAYAS | 48 | Not provided |
| 88005 | LAS CRUCES | 27,279 | $45,256 |