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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 87021 has 2,811 residents and 826 households (average 2.68 persons per household). The median age is 37.5 years, slightly younger than the state (39.2) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 59.4% male and 40.6% female, which is much higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (47.0%, much lower than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (47.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 47.0%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%), and American Indian & Alaska Native share is much higher than the national average (1.1%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.

2020 Population:	2,811Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	3,164Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	280.1 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$39,041Source: Census ACS

Households:	826Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$131,500Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.68Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.40Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	3,297	3,215	3,319	3,501	3,732	3,431	3,682	3,582	3,421	3,391	2,837	2,793	3,164
Decennial Census	3,472	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	2,811	--	--	--

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Median Age: 37.5

Male Median Age: 36.8

Female Median Age: 38.6

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Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	73	80	77	112	127	138	170	181	136	90	85	94	118	62	57	32	22	15
Female	50	77	105	81	42	69	76	95	71	56	53	90	82	66	51	42	25	11
Total	123	157	182	193	169	207	246	276	207	146	138	184	200	128	108	74	47	26

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	1,322	35.49%
Black:	66	1.77%
Hispanic:*	1,322	35.49%
Asian:	8	0.21%
American Indian:	557	14.95%
Hawaiian:	3	0.08%
Other:	447	12.00%
Total:	3,725	100%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	1,669	59.37%	36.8 years
Females:	1,142	40.63%	38.6 years
Total:	2,811	100%	37.5 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	3,088	97.60%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	17	0.54%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	25	0.79%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	34	1.86%
Total Population:	3,164	100%
Total Native Population:	3,105	98.14%
Total Foreign-born Population:	59	1.86%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment

In 2023, the Median household income is $39,041, which is considerably lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $11,089 (39.7%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $7,280. Family households earn a median of $43,148 versus $25,625 for nonfamily households (a difference of $17,523). By gender, male median income is $34,267 and female is $58,036, which is considerably higher than the state female median ($47,122), with a current gap of $23,769 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 42.2%, which is far less than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 10.3%, which is considerably above the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Sales (48.9%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$27,952	$28,902	$31,850	$27,500	$25,577	$34,500	$36,069	$43,906	$46,321	$41,563	$58,750	$37,458	$39,041
Median Family Income	$33,125	$38,977	$40,040	$34,615	$29,821	$37,763	$45,577	$55,250	$56,149	$50,703	$62,105	$58,194	$43,148
Median NonFamily Income	$16,058	$16,973	$22,568	$19,688	$23,622	$23,585	$25,489	$25,422	$24,625	$0	$0	$25,484	$25,625
Median Male Income	$29,375	$42,535	$31,250	$29,207	$33,424	$34,853	$36,429	$48,164	$36,472	$82,875	$88,117	$0	$34,267
Median Female Income	$24,706	$28,716	$31,900	$21,327	$21,985	$24,000	$24,938	$22,841	$28,609	$33,005	$35,066	$37,917	$58,036

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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Employment Status

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Employed:	1,005	37.84%
Unemployed:	116	4.37%
Not In Labor Force:	1,535	57.79%
Total:	2,656	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	162	16.12%
Service:	178	17.71%
Sales and Office:	491	48.86%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	120	11.94%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	54	5.37%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	1,005	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability

In 2023, the median home value is $131,500, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $55,200 (72.35%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $43,000. The median gross rent is $832, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $226 (37.29%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $124. Of occupied housing, owners make up 64.37% (41.82% with a mortgage, 58.18% free-and-clear) and renters 35.63% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 18.69%, which is far higher than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)

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Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Home Value	$76,300	$73,200	$78,400	$77,800	$85,900	$92,700	$100,900	$79,200	$88,500	$47,100	$46,200	$0	$131,500

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	36	9.68%
$500 to $999:	316	84.95%
$1,000 to $1,499:	0	0.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:	9	2.42%
$2,000 to $2,499:	0	0.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:	0	0.00%
$3,000 or more:	0	0.00%
No Rent:	11	2.96%
Total:	372	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Rent	$606	$623	$585	$617	$624	$643	$651	$741	$708	$723	$743	$834	$832

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	281	26.92%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	391	37.45%
Renter Occupied:	372	35.63%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	1,044	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	1,044	81.31%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	240	18.69%
Total Housing Units:	1,284	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

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Single-Family Units:	558	43.46%
Multi-Family Units:	115	8.96%
Other Units:	611	47.59%
Total Housing Units:	1,284	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 8.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 79.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 29.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 33.60%, which is far lower than the national rate (67.30%). The share of people in poverty is 13.10%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 8.00 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 4.80 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (54.73%). College enrollment is 6.30%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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Less than 9th grade:	49	2.09%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	426	18.20%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	989	42.25%
Some college, no degree:	495	21.14%
Associate's degree:	186	7.95%
Bachelor's degree:	142	6.07%
Graduate or professional degree:	54	2.31%
Total:	2,341	100%
High school or higher:	1,866	79.71%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	196	8.37%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

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Private Insurance:	1,009	32.08%
Public Insurance:	1,261	40.10%
No Insurance:	875	27.82%
Total:	3,145	100%
Has Health Insurance:	2,270	72.18%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	21.1%	21.0%	23.0%	26.2%	27.0%	19.2%	21.0%	12.3%	8.3%	10.1%	12.9%	5.5%	13.1%

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	40	6.63%
Kindergarten:	27	4.48%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	330	54.73%
High school (grades 9-12):	168	27.86%
College or graduate school:	38	6.30%
Total:	603	100%
Early Childhood:	67	11.11%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	525	87.06%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Milan, New Mexico
County:	Cibola County
Timezone:	Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:	8:36:19 PM
Population:	2,811 [See All]
Area Code:	505
Classification:	PO Box
Coordinates:	35.2318, -107.8934
Land Area:	10.034 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/87021/zip-code-87021.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	2,094Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	0Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	39Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$8,822,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$37,528,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	790Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	--Source: Census
CBSA Number:	--Source: Census
CBSA Type:	--Source: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	0Source: Census
MSA:	Source: Census
Land Area:	10.034 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.005 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	02Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	71739.49 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	3548620Source: Census
Place Name:	Milan village; New MexicoSource: Census

ZIP Code 87021 in Milan, NM

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)

Average Household Income

Employment Status

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 87021

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 87021

Sources & References