| City: | Yatahey, New Mexico |
| City Alias: | Gallup |
| County: | Mckinley County |
| Timezone: | Mountain (GMT -07:00) |
| Local Time: | 10:24:10 AM |
| Population: | 4,235 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 505 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 35.6835, -108.8072 |
| Land Area: | 167.598 sq mi |
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Yatahey sits on the eastern edge of the Navajo Nation in McKinley County, New Mexico. Of the 4,235 residents, 4,026 are Native American (95%). This makes it one of the larger Navajo communities with PO Box classification. The name Yatahey comes from the Navajo greeting, and the community stretches across 110 square miles of rural high desert.
The Yatahey post office maintains 918 PO Boxes for 1,183 households. That's a 78% adoption rate. While rural carrier delivery exists on one route, many families rely on PO Boxes for consistent mail access. Street delivery isn't always feasible across this terrain. Households average 3.6 people, typical of extended family living patterns common in Navajo communities.
The road network includes Navajo routes (like Navajo 9562, Navajo 9551, Navajo 9560), state highways (NM 264, NM 491), and roads named for local geography (Rock Springs Road, Wolf Springs Road, China Springs Loop). US Highway 491 and State Highway 491 run through the area, connecting Yatahey to Gallup 20 miles west. The community also accepts mail addressed to Gallup.
Median household income is $35,000, with a median home value of $37,200. Of adults 25 and older, 5% hold bachelor's degrees. The largest employment sector is transportation (1,094 workers), followed by education and healthcare (360 workers) and public administration (313 workers). About 26% of workers commute by working from home. Extended family structures mean multiple generations often share households.
This isn't a PO Box Only Zone, but the post office serves as a community hub. Many residents travel here for mail, packages, and government documents. The rural landscape and dispersed housing make centralized mail pickup practical for many families.
Street names mix numbered Navajo routes with geographic features (Rock Springs, Wolf Springs, China Springs) and state highways connecting to Gallup.
ZIP Code 87375 has 4,235 residents and 1,183 households (average 3.55 persons per household). The median age is 35.4 years, younger than the state (39.2) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.1% male and 50.9% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.3%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are American Indian & Alaska Native (95.1%, much higher than the state average of 10.0% and well above the national average of 1.1%) and Hispanic or Latino (3.8%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.8%, which is much lower than the state average (47.7%), and American Indian & Alaska Native share is much higher than both the state (10.0%) and national averages (1.1%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 4,235Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 4,481Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 25.3 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $40,735Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 1,183Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $36,600Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 3.55Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 4.62Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 2,795 | 2,870 | 2,870 | 2,586 | 2,815 | 3,412 | 3,336 | 3,171 | 3,390 | 3,607 | 4,477 | 4,484 | 4,547 | 4,481 |
| Decennial Census | 3,193 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 4,235 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 35.4
Male Median Age: 34
Female Median Age: 37
| 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 | 113 | 165 | 186 | 167 | 134 | 156 | 150 | 146 | 119 | 107 | 118 | 137 | 123 | 78 | 92 | 44 | 21 | 25 |
| Female | 123 | 169 | 152 | 198 | 136 | 108 | 135 | 139 | 131 | 116 | 133 | 143 | 171 | 114 | 88 | 48 | 27 | 23 |
| Total | 236 | 334 | 338 | 365 | 270 | 264 | 285 | 285 | 250 | 223 | 251 | 280 | 294 | 192 | 180 | 92 | 48 | 48 |
| White: | 75 | 1.74% |
| Black: | 9 | 0.21% |
| Hispanic:* | 162 | 3.75% |
| Asian: | 1 | 0.02% |
| American Indian: | 4,026 | 93.24% |
| Hawaiian: | 4 | 0.09% |
| Other: | 41 | 0.95% |
| Total: | 4,318 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 2,081 | 49.14% | 34.0 years |
| Females: | 2,154 | 50.86% | 37.0 years |
| Total: | 4,235 | 100% | 35.4 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 4,481 | 100.00% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Population: | 4,481 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 4,481 | 100.00% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 0 | 0.00% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $40,735, which is much lower than the national median ($80,734), is up $15,291 (60.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $9,009. Family households earn a median of $45,833 versus $17,955 for nonfamily households (a difference of $27,878). By gender, male median income is $43,254 and female is $52,303, which is below the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $9,049 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 46.2%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 8.5%, which is considerably above the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (29.9%).
Explore More:Income Over TimeHousehold IncomeEmployment StatusBy Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $25,444 | $21,016 | $16,976 | $18,457 | $18,370 | $22,697 | $24,688 | $29,922 | $31,726 | $37,273 | $31,250 | $35,875 | $35,000 | $40,735 |
| Median Family Income | $39,444 | $32,083 | $30,329 | $28,661 | $27,500 | $31,406 | $34,792 | $36,667 | $42,546 | $44,333 | $38,125 | $46,406 | $44,375 | $45,833 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $11,844 | $11,111 | $10,608 | $9,375 | $9,904 | $0 | $8,250 | $13,409 | $14,063 | $12,500 | $14,281 | $14,583 | $14,960 | $17,955 |
| Median Male Income | $33,732 | $33,333 | $32,686 | $27,243 | $27,500 | $23,654 | $23,688 | $24,375 | $25,046 | $32,333 | $34,872 | $40,148 | $39,750 | $43,254 |
| Median Female Income | $25,991 | $25,625 | $26,875 | $29,500 | $30,865 | $36,964 | $37,727 | $33,750 | $31,985 | $52,440 | $38,021 | $55,500 | $57,813 | $52,303 |
| Employed: | 1,506 | 42.32% |
| Unemployed: | 140 | 3.93% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 1,913 | 53.75% |
| Total: | 3,559 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 450 | 29.88% |
| Service: | 310 | 20.58% |
| Sales and Office: | 322 | 21.38% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 106 | 7.04% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 318 | 21.12% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 1,506 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $36,600, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), is down $9,500 (20.61%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $11,500. The median gross rent is $481, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is down $232 (32.54%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $41. Of occupied housing, owners make up 94.99% (7.82% with a mortgage, 92.18% free-and-clear) and renters 5.01% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 17.69%, which is markedly above the national rate (10.12%).
Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $46,100 | $46,600 | $47,700 | $49,700 | $45,300 | $49,900 | $49,200 | $46,300 | $48,100 | $45,600 | $37,200 | $43,800 | $37,200 | $36,600 |
| Less than $500: | 16 | 25.81% |
| $500 to $999: | 5 | 8.06% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 5 | 8.06% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $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: | 36 | 58.06% |
| Total: | 62 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $713 | $712 | $701 | $331 | $342 | $425 | $425 | $390 | $440 | $425 | $1,061 | $1,319 | $475 | $481 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 92 | 7.43% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 1,084 | 87.56% |
| Renter Occupied: | 62 | 5.01% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 1,238 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 1,238 | 82.31% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 266 | 17.69% |
| Total Housing Units: | 1,504 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 948 | 63.03% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 3 | 0.20% |
| Other Units: | 553 | 36.77% |
| Total Housing Units: | 1,504 | 100% |
In 2024, 4.60% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 76.60%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 24.20%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 13.50%, which is far lower than the national rate (67.10%). Public coverage is 68.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 31.90%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.80%), up 11.80 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.60 percentage points. This signals a sharp increase in hardship - a shrinking consumer base, heavy pressure on public services, and job-market contraction risks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (52.53%). College enrollment is 13.35%, 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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| Less than 9th grade: | 272 | 9.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 436 | 14.43% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 1,317 | 43.58% |
| Some college, no degree: | 668 | 22.10% |
| Associate's degree: | 190 | 6.29% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 87 | 2.88% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 52 | 1.72% |
| Total: | 3,022 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 2,314 | 76.57% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 139 | 4.60% |
| Private Insurance: | 605 | 12.77% |
| Public Insurance: | 3,046 | 64.32% |
| No Insurance: | 1,085 | 22.91% |
| Total: | 4,736 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 3,651 | 77.09% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 23.8% | 33.8% | 43.6% | 45.8% | 47.9% | 41.8% | 39.5% | 35.8% | 35.0% | 33.2% | 36.5% | 33.2% | 35.6% | 31.9% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 22 | 2.14% |
| Kindergarten: | 46 | 4.48% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 539 | 52.53% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 282 | 27.49% |
| College or graduate school: | 137 | 13.35% |
| Total: | 1,026 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 68 | 6.63% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 867 | 84.50% |
ZIP Code 87375 is designated for PO Box delivery only; business establishment and employment data are not available.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 917Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 0Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $0Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $0Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 0Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 87375 is located in Mckinley County, New Mexico, within the Gallup, NM Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 23700) and New Mexico's 3rd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 71,492 people, about 5.92% of whom live in ZIP Code 87375. It covers 167.598 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.034 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Gallup, NMSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 23700Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MicroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 71,492Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 167.598 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.034 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 03Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 44958.52 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | --Source: Census |
| Place Name: | --Source: Census |
ZIP Code 87375 is in the Gallup-McKinley County Schools, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.