88260 ZIP Code – Lovington, New Mexico
88260 is a mid-sized ZIP code in Lovington, New Mexico, part of Lea County with a population of approximately 15,498 residents. The median household income is $72,510 — above the New Mexico average and near the national average. Median home values of $161,400 are below the national average, with 76.3% owner-occupied housing (increasing). . Median rent is $932, which is near the U.S. average. Housing consists of 71% single-family (decreasing).
The area reports an unemployment rate of 5.9%, above the national average. An estimated 20.9% of the population falls below the poverty line, well above the national figure. About 14.7% of residents have completed a four-year degree, well below the national rate. At 33.7, the median age is below the national figure. Neighboring ZIP codes include 88262, 88242, 88244.
ZIP Code 88260 Data
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ZIP 88260 vs. New Mexico vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 88260 | NM Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 15k | 5,896 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $72k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $161k | $190k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $932 | $897 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 33.7 | 46.2 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.9% | 6.3% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 20.9% | 19.9% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 14.7% | 23.0% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 88262 – Mcdonald
- 88242 – Hobbs
- 88244 – Hobbs
- 88264 – Maljamar
- 88240 – Hobbs
- 88267 – Tatum
- 88265 – Monument
- 79323 – Denver City
- 79355 – Plains
- 88114 – Crossroads
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88262 | MCDONALD | 4 | Not provided |
| 88242 | HOBBS | 7,312 | $82,041 |
| 88244 | HOBBS | 1,183 | Not provided |
| 88264 | MALJAMAR | Not provided | Not provided |
| 88240 | HOBBS | 41,652 | $63,083 |