88072 ZIP Code – Vado, New Mexico
ZIP code 88072 is a small ZIP code located in Vado, New Mexico, within Dona Ana County with a population of approximately 2,937 residents. The median household income of $36,690 is below the New Mexico average and well below the national average. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $107,700, well below the national average, with 77.6% owner-occupied housing (increasing). Housing consists of 31% single-family (increasing).
At 6.8%, the unemployment rate is above the national figure. About 41.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well above the national rate. About 10.3% of residents have completed a four-year degree, well below the national rate. At 24.6, the median age is well below the national figure. ZIP codes in the surrounding area include 88048, 88024, 88047.
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ZIP 88072 vs. New Mexico vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 88072 | NM Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,937 | 5,896 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $36k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $107k | $190k | $258k |
| Median Rent | — | $897 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 24.6 | 46.2 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.8% | 6.3% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 41.0% | 19.9% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 10.3% | 23.0% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 88048 – Mesquite
- 88024 – Berino
- 88047 – Mesilla Park
- 88027 – Chamberino
- 79821 – Anthony
- 88003 – Las Cruces
- 88001 – Las Cruces
- 88046 – Mesilla
- 79835 – Canutillo
- 79911 – El Paso
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88048 | MESQUITE | 3,211 | $45,247 |
| 88024 | BERINO | 430 | $36,474 |
| 88047 | MESILLA PARK | 1,372 | $45,058 |
| 88027 | CHAMBERINO | 708 | $53,295 |
| 79821 | ANTHONY | 6,678 | $55,047 |