88312 ZIP Code – Alto, New Mexico
88312 is a small ZIP code in Alto, New Mexico, part of Lincoln County with a population of approximately 2,800 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $56,686, which is near the New Mexico average and below the national figure. The median home value of $312,500 is above the national average, with 94.9% owner-occupied housing (increasing). Housing consists of 67% single-family (increasing), 7% duplex/multi-family.
The area reports an unemployment rate of 8.3%, well above the national average. The poverty rate is 9.5%, below the national average. 43.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the U.S. average. The median age is 62.4, above the national median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 88355, 88345, 88323.
ZIP Code 88312 Data
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ZIP 88312 vs. New Mexico vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 88312 | NM Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,800 | 5,896 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $56k | $55k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $312k | $190k | $258k |
| Median Rent | — | $897 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 62.4 | 46.2 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.3% | 6.3% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% | 19.9% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 43.2% | 23.0% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 88355 – Ruidoso
- 88345 – Ruidoso
- 88323 – Fort Stanton
- 88346 – Ruidoso Downs
- 88341 – Nogal
- 88324 – Glencoe
- 88348 – San Patricio
- 88338 – Lincoln
- 88340 – Mescalero
- 88336 – Hondo
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88355 | RUIDOSO | 233 | Not provided |
| 88345 | RUIDOSO | 8,498 | $37,469 |
| 88323 | FORT STANTON | Not provided | Not provided |
| 88346 | RUIDOSO DOWNS | 2,770 | $29,158 |
| 88341 | NOGAL | 582 | $87,188 |