| City: | Angel Fire, New Mexico |
| City Alias: | Eagle Nest |
| County: | Colfax County |
| Timezone: | Mountain (GMT -07:00) |
| Local Time: | 10:25:17 AM |
| Population: | 1,616 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 575 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 36.3935, -105.1775 |
| Land Area: | 144.335 sq mi |
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Angel Fire sits at high elevation in northern New Mexico's Sangre de Cristo Mountains, 142 square miles of mountain terrain in Colfax County. This isn't a typical year-round community. Of the 2,886 housing units here, 1,846 (64%) are vacant most of the year, reserved for seasonal use. The 1,616 permanent residents live among a much larger population of part-time property owners and winter visitors.
The Angel Fire post office maintains 1,091 PO Boxes for 798 occupied homes. That's an adoption rate of 1.37 boxes per household, meaning the postal service extends beyond the immediate area to serve Eagle Nest (a valid mailing alias for this ZIP) and surrounding mountain properties. Rural carrier delivery covers some addresses across the territory, but many residents prefer the certainty of a PO Box, especially those who aren't here year-round.
With a median age of 57.4 years, this is both a retirement destination and a second-home community. Median home values reach $436,200. Street names tell the story: Vail Avenue, Aspen Street, Snowmass Road, and numbered Resort Roads hint at the ski culture, while Spanish names like El Camino Real, Via del Rey, and Calle de los Indios reflect New Mexico heritage. There are 223 different street names across the ZIP, showing significant development for a mountain community.
The population is 82% White, 18% Hispanic or Latino, with small numbers of other groups. Education levels run high at 53.5% holding bachelor's degrees or higher. About 20% of workers work from home, a pattern common in mountain resort areas where remote professionals own second homes. The community supports 112 business establishments employing 865 people, likely concentrated in hospitality, real estate, and services for both residents and visitors.
This isn't a PO Box Only Zone. Street delivery exists via rural routes, but the high PO Box adoption reflects the seasonal reality. Property owners who visit a few weeks or months per year need a stable mailing address. The post office becomes the reliable connection point for tax bills, homeowner association notices, and packages, whether owners are in residence or states away.
Street names blend ski resort culture (Vail, Aspen, Snowmass) with Spanish heritage (El Camino Real, Via del Rey) and mountain geography (Mountain View, Panorama).
ZIP Code 87710 has 1,616 residents and 798 households (average 2.03 persons per household). The median age is 57.4 years, significantly older than the state (39.2) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 53.7% male and 46.3% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (82.0%, much higher than the state average of 51.0% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (16.8%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 16.8%, which is much lower than the state average (47.7%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 1,616Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 1,519Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 11.2 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $83,125Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 798Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $569,200Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.03Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.77Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 1,777 | 1,982 | 2,050 | 1,785 | 1,690 | 1,420 | 1,478 | 1,492 | 1,454 | 1,450 | 1,436 | 1,359 | 1,472 | 1,519 |
| Decennial Census | 1,768 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1,616 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 57.4
Male Median Age: 56.8
Female Median Age: 57.7
| 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 | 17 | 47 | 46 | 43 | 34 | 33 | 22 | 39 | 37 | 33 | 55 | 77 | 89 | 117 | 99 | 51 | 21 | 8 |
| Female | 20 | 28 | 34 | 29 | 20 | 23 | 26 | 22 | 30 | 35 | 51 | 99 | 84 | 96 | 84 | 42 | 13 | 12 |
| Total | 37 | 75 | 80 | 72 | 54 | 56 | 48 | 61 | 67 | 68 | 106 | 176 | 173 | 213 | 183 | 93 | 34 | 20 |
| White: | 1,325 | 77.62% |
| Black: | 4 | 0.23% |
| Hispanic:* | 272 | 15.93% |
| Asian: | 14 | 0.82% |
| American Indian: | 19 | 1.11% |
| Hawaiian: | 4 | 0.23% |
| Other: | 69 | 4.04% |
| Total: | 1,707 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 868 | 53.71% | 56.8 years |
| Females: | 748 | 46.29% | 57.7 years |
| Total: | 1,616 | 100% | 57.4 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 1,270 | 83.61% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 23 | 1.51% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 142 | 9.35% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 84 | 14.88% |
| Total Population: | 1,519 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 1,293 | 85.12% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 226 | 14.88% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $83,125, which is edges past the national median ($80,734), is up $37,224 (81.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $37,458. Family households earn a median of $87,583 versus $63,182 for nonfamily households (a difference of $24,401). By gender, male median income is $97,153 and female is $83,456, which is considerably higher than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $13,697 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 55.7%, which is much lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 1.0%, which is far lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (41.8%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $45,901 | $48,236 | $49,260 | $52,731 | $43,063 | $44,667 | $41,944 | $41,144 | $45,667 | $49,896 | $56,985 | $69,153 | $75,224 | $83,125 |
| Median Family Income | $70,341 | $72,782 | $63,000 | $71,813 | $53,438 | $54,853 | $51,086 | $49,844 | $51,042 | $54,907 | $64,669 | $74,459 | $81,625 | $87,583 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $32,159 | $25,156 | $23,750 | $20,806 | $22,031 | $31,429 | $32,316 | $32,315 | $34,309 | $34,031 | $34,349 | $36,250 | $37,267 | $63,182 |
| Median Male Income | $46,202 | $44,609 | $46,080 | $56,100 | $0 | $58,365 | $59,306 | $38,750 | $30,114 | $29,688 | $31,585 | $0 | $43,482 | $97,153 |
| Median Female Income | $28,929 | $20,417 | $19,464 | $29,653 | $0 | $33,852 | $38,750 | $37,500 | $0 | $68,482 | $71,250 | $78,088 | $72,031 | $83,456 |
| Employed: | 778 | 55.14% |
| Unemployed: | 8 | 0.57% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 625 | 44.29% |
| Total: | 1,411 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 325 | 41.77% |
| Service: | 207 | 26.61% |
| Sales and Office: | 137 | 17.61% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 52 | 6.68% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 57 | 7.33% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 778 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $569,200, which is far above the national median ($332,700), is up $280,800 (97.36%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $302,000. The median gross rent is $1,148, which is far less than the national median ($1,413), is up $202 (21.35%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $512. Of occupied housing, owners make up 71.94% (36.90% with a mortgage, 63.10% free-and-clear) and renters 28.06% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 75.36%, which is considerably higher than 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 | $288,400 | $329,100 | $335,100 | $334,400 | $342,200 | $370,600 | $327,700 | $310,500 | $267,200 | $247,100 | $295,000 | $366,900 | $436,200 | $569,200 |
| Less than $500: | 37 | 18.14% |
| $500 to $999: | 5 | 2.45% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 43 | 21.08% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 15 | 7.35% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 33 | 16.18% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 2 | 0.98% |
| No Rent: | 69 | 33.82% |
| Total: | 204 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $946 | $913 | $936 | $795 | $771 | $740 | $598 | $645 | $636 | $830 | $800 | $1,264 | $1,120 | $1,148 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 193 | 26.55% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 330 | 45.39% |
| Renter Occupied: | 204 | 28.06% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 727 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 727 | 24.64% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 2,223 | 75.36% |
| Total Housing Units: | 2,950 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 2,158 | 73.15% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 702 | 23.80% |
| Other Units: | 90 | 3.05% |
| Total Housing Units: | 2,950 | 100% |
In 2024, 51.60% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 98.50%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 8.60%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). Public coverage is 56.90%, which is far higher than the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is 3.90%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.80%), up 3.20 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 20.20 percentage points. This points to rising hardship - a weaker consumer base, greater strain on public services, and job-market headwinds. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (49.81%). College enrollment is 49.81%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 8 | 0.63% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 11 | 0.87% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 112 | 8.87% |
| Some college, no degree: | 297 | 23.52% |
| Associate's degree: | 183 | 14.49% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 412 | 32.62% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 240 | 19.00% |
| Total: | 1,263 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 1,244 | 98.50% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 652 | 51.62% |
| Private Insurance: | 936 | 48.50% |
| Public Insurance: | 864 | 44.77% |
| No Insurance: | 130 | 6.74% |
| Total: | 1,930 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 1,800 | 93.26% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.7% | 9.8% | 9.2% | 12.0% | 23.7% | 30.7% | 33.6% | 30.4% | 24.1% | 13.8% | 3.5% | 4.7% | 3.9% | 3.9% |
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: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 58 | 22.39% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 72 | 27.80% |
| College or graduate school: | 129 | 49.81% |
| Total: | 259 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 130 | 50.19% |
ZIP Code 87710 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 110 business establishments, employing about 993 people with an annual payroll of $31,478,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 4,008Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 110Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $9,051,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $31,478,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 993Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 87710 is located in Colfax County, New Mexico, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and New Mexico's 3rd Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 87710. It covers 144.335 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.269 sq mi.
| 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: | 144.335 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.269 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: | 3503400Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Angel Fire village; New MexicoSource: Census |
ZIP Code 87710 is in the Cimarron Public 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 March 1, 2026.