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Albuquerque ZIP Code List — Bernalillo County, NM

There are 42 unique ZIP codes in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Area code: 505.
42
ZIP codes
633.89
sq mi land
5.23
sq mi water
505
area code
Albuquerque, NM ZIP code map

About Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque, located in the heart of New Mexico, is a vibrant city known for its distinct blend of Native American and Hispanic cultures. This enchanting city is renowned for its stunning desert landscapes, annual balloon festival, and rich historical heritage. With its warm climate and copious sunshine, Albuquerque offers a unique Southwestern character that attracts both residents and visitors alike.

Location & geography

Sitting in the central part of New Mexico, Albuquerque is surrounded by the Sandia Mountains to the east, which provide a stunning backdrop to the city. The city encompasses both land and water areas, measuring a total of 633.89 square miles, with 5.23 square miles designated as water. Major nearby cities include Santa Fe, located approximately 60 miles to the north, and Rio Rancho, just northwest of Albuquerque, creating a diverse urban corridor.

Community & economy

The community of Albuquerque is characterized by a blend of urban and suburban living, contributing to its diverse and booming population. The city hosts numerous industries, with significant employment in education, healthcare, and technology sectors, making daily life vibrant and economically active. Residents enjoy a rich cultural scene, including art galleries, theaters, and a lively culinary environment that reflects its diverse heritage.

Transportation

Albuquerque is well-served by major highways, including Interstate 25 and Interstate 40, which run through the city, providing easy access to surrounding areas. The Albuquerque International Sunport is the nearest airport, located just a few miles from downtown, ensuring convenient air travel. Additionally, the city offers public transit options, such as the Albuquerque Rapid Transit system, complementing its transportation infrastructure.

History

Albuquerque has a rich history that dates back centuries, with its origins linked to Native American settlements and later Spanish colonization. The city was officially founded in 1706 and has developed over time into a significant cultural and economic hub within New Mexico. Throughout its history, Albuquerque has been shaped by various influences, including its strategic location along the historic Route 66, which contributed to its growth in the 20th century.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Albuquerque is that it is home to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, the largest hot air balloon festival in the world, attracting thousands of visitors each year. This annual event showcases not only the beauty of the balloons but also the city’s commitment to community celebration and artistic expression.

ZIP codes for Albuquerque, NM (42)
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87101 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87102 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87103 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87104 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87105 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87106 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87107 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87108 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87109 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87110 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87111 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87112 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87113 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87114 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87115 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87116 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87119 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87120 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87121 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87122 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87123 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87125 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87131 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87151 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87153 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87154 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87158 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87176 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87181 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87184 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87185 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87187 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87190 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87191 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87192 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87193 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87194 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87195 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87196 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87197 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87198 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map
87199 Albuquerque Bernalillo View map

Demographics & statistics

651,793
Population
38.6
Median age
$64,358
Median household income
$36,813
Per capita income
$256,782
Median home value
$1,123
Median monthly rent
58.8%
Home ownership
16.3%
Poverty rate
5.9%
Unemployment
187,715
Housing units
39.2%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
17,195
Under 5
16,799
18,330
5–9
17,908
21,506
10–14
21,011
21,449
15–19
20,954
22,387
20–24
21,872
48,229
25–34
47,117
44,550
35–44
43,523
38,602
45–54
37,713
20,964
55–59
20,480
20,585
60–64
20,110
33,216
65–74
32,450
15,638
75–84
15,278
7,045
85+
6,882
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Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 18137,97521.1%
18 and over513,81878.9%
65 and over110,50916.9%
Median age38.6 years

Race & ethnicity

White 47.5%
Hispanic or Latino 20.6%
Two or more races 14.9%
Other race 8.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native 3.8%
Black or African American 2.3%
Asian 2.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.1%
GroupCount%
White390,03747.5%
Hispanic or Latino169,36920.6%
Two or more races122,55114.9%
Other race69,9978.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native30,9463.8%
Black or African American19,2542.3%
Asian18,4112.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander5970.1%

Household income

Under $10k 6.6%
$10k–$15k 4.8%
$15k–$25k 8.8%
$25k–$35k 8.7%
$35k–$50k 11.8%
$50k–$75k 16.9%
$75k–$100k 12.4%
$100k–$150k 14.8%
$150k–$200k 7.3%
$200k+ 8.0%
Range% of households
Under $10k6.6%
$10k–$15k4.8%
$15k–$25k8.8%
$25k–$35k8.7%
$35k–$50k11.8%
$50k–$75k16.9%
$75k–$100k12.4%
$100k–$150k14.8%
$150k–$200k7.3%
$200k+8.0%
Median income$64,358

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 5.1%
$50k–$100k 2.6%
$100k–$150k 7.8%
$150k–$200k 13.9%
$200k–$300k 28.6%
$300k–$500k 30.7%
$500k–$1M 10.0%
$1M+ 1.3%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$256,782
Median rent / month$1,123
Owner occupied58.8%
Renter occupied41.2%
Vacant6.3%
Single-family detached62.0%
Large apartment buildings9.9%
Mobile homes4.5%
Median rooms5.3
Avg household size (owned)2.38

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.4%
2010–20196.4%
2000–200917.0%
1990–199914.0%
1980–198913.7%
1970–197917.8%
1960–19699.5%
1950–195911.6%
1940–19495.1%
1939 or earlier4.6%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)4.2%
1 bedroom12.6%
2 bedrooms22.9%
3 bedrooms41.6%
4 bedrooms16.2%
5+ bedrooms2.7%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle7.3%
1 vehicle37.2%
2 vehicles36.6%
3 or more18.9%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas77.0%
Electricity19.2%
Propane / LP gas1.7%
Wood0.9%
Solar0.4%
No fuel used0.5%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family100,42437.7%
Cohabiting couple25,0118.7%
Male householder, no spouse61,47824.0%
Female householder, no spouse85,27829.7%
Households with children under 1873,86827.2%
Households with seniors (65+)81,89829.6%
Average household size2.36

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married42.1%33.3%
Married42.2%40.4%
Separated1.3%1.5%
Widowed2.6%8.0%
Divorced11.8%16.8%

Education

Less than 9th grade 3.7%
Some HS, no diploma 5.6%
HS graduate 20.6%
Some college, no degree 21.4%
Associate's degree 9.4%
Bachelor's degree 20.7%
Graduate / professional 18.5%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher90.7%
Bachelor's or higher39.2%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool7,8294.9%
Kindergarten6,5654.4%
Elementary school62,49838.9%
High school33,18219.7%
College / grad school49,77432.0%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 26.4%
Professional & management 15.1%
Arts, food & hospitality 10.2%
Retail trade 9.7%
Public administration 8.0%
Finance & real estate 6.4%
Construction 5.9%
Other services 5.1%
Manufacturing 4.4%
Transportation & utilities 4.1%
Wholesale trade 2.1%
Information 1.7%
Agriculture & mining 1.0%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts47.1%
Service17.7%
Sales & office19.8%
Natural resources & construction7.6%
Production & transportation7.8%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector69.7%
Government23.5%
Self-employed6.7%
Unpaid family workers0.2%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone74.1%
Carpool8.9%
Public transit1.3%
Walk2.6%
Other means2.0%
Avg commute (minutes)20.9

Poverty

All people 16.3%
Under 18 years 21.7%
18 and over 14.9%
Married-couple families 7.2%
Female-led households 24.9%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security30.4%
Retirement income22.8%
Supplemental Security4.9%
Cash public assistance3.7%
Food stamps / SNAP16.0%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure25.7%
High cholesterol27.1%
Heart disease4.9%
Stroke2.5%
Asthma10.0%
Arthritis19.6%
Kidney disease2.8%
Pulmonary disease4.8%
Cancer5.3%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking14.9%
No physical activity18.5%
Less than 7 hrs sleep31.6%
Fair or poor health12.9%
Poor mental health14.2%
Poor physical health9.5%
No health insurance12.2%
Visited doctor (checkup)66.8%
Visited dentist65.8%
Cholesterol screening87.0%
Teeth loss11.8%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans42,0669.8%
Disability%
Any disability14.8%
Under 184.5%
18–64 years12.7%
65 and over36.7%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance62.1%
Public insurance43.4%
Uninsured under 194.2%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only617,79994.6%
Spanish46,3536.8%
Other Indo-European38,4035.4%
Asian & Pacific Islander1,9150.3%
Other languages4,5600.9%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)583,78690.1%
Born in same state574,43588.5%
Born in different state351,89850.8%
Foreign born9,3511.6%
Naturalized citizen68,0079.9%
Not a US citizen33,40654.0%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
French51,9488%
Italian48,1537.4%
Arab22,2693.4%
English5,5300.8%
Polish4,8130.7%
AncestryCount%
Dutch2,4840.4%
German1,5640.2%
Irish1,3980.2%
Norwegian6400.1%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access42.2%
Internet access94.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

Frequently asked questions
What ZIP codes does Albuquerque, NM have?
Albuquerque, NM has 22 ZIP codes: 87101, 87102, 87104, 87105, 87106, 87107, 87108, 87109, 87110, 87111, 87112, 87113, 87114, 87115, 87116, 87120, 87121, 87122, 87123, 87131, 87151, 87158. Each ZIP code serves a distinct delivery area within the city and surrounding region.
What is the main ZIP code for Albuquerque, NM?
The primary ZIP code for Albuquerque, NM is 87101. The city uses area code 505 for phone service.
What county is Albuquerque, NM in?
Albuquerque is located in Bernalillo County, New Mexico.
How many ZIP codes are in Albuquerque, NM?
Albuquerque, NM has 22 ZIP codes.
What ZIP codes serve the University of New Mexico campus and surrounding area in Albuquerque?
The University of New Mexico main campus and the surrounding Nob Hill neighborhood are primarily served by ZIP codes 87106 and 87131, with some areas extending into 87102.
Which ZIP codes cover downtown Albuquerque and the Old Town historic district?
Downtown Albuquerque and the Old Town area are primarily located in ZIP codes 87101 and 87104, which form the historic core of the city.
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