ZIP Code 88022 in Arenas Valley, NM

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Arenas Valley, New Mexico
City Alias:Silver City
County:Grant County
Timezone:Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:8:47:10 PM
Population:1,098 [See All]
Area Code:575
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:32.7970, -108.1845
Land Area:11.359 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 88022 has 1,098 residents and 389 households (average 2.48 persons per household). The median age is 49.5 years, significantly older than the state (39.2) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.4% male and 48.6% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (62.8%, much higher than the state average of 51.0%) and Hispanic or Latino (47.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 47.6%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%).

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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:1,098Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:872Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:1,031Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:96.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:$70,417Source: Census ACS
Households:389Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$169,200Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.48Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.97Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,0441,1131,0411,1711,3541,2771,2321,3481,2411,080837807872
Decennial Census1,343------------------1,098------
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: 49.5

Male Median Age: 48.3

Female Median Age: 51

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male252343413032232322382624336040342621
Female232436352324202327263141393534282441
Total484779765356434649645765729574625062
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:69048.73%
Black:100.71%
Hispanic:*52336.94%
Asian:30.21%
American Indian:251.77%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:16511.65%
Total:1,416100%
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.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:56451.37%48.3 years
Females:53448.63%51.0 years
Total:1,098100%49.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:85898.39%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:141.61%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:01.61%
Total Population:872100%
Total Native Population:85898.39%
Total Foreign-born Population:141.61%
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 $70,417, which is much higher than the state median ($62,125), is up $37,479 (113.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $25,238. Family households earn a median of $63,438 versus $91,172 for nonfamily households (a difference of $27,734). By gender, male median income is $69,083 and female is $49,593, which is much lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $19,490 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 47.5%, which is markedly below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is far lower than the state rate (5.9%). The largest occupation group is Management (55.9%).

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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)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$32,938$33,000$35,972$37,593$38,851$41,719$41,295$40,913$45,179$38,810$37,222$69,545$70,417
Median Family Income$58,942$51,131$50,192$48,478$46,806$46,053$43,750$46,678$47,000$41,500$50,568$91,010$63,438
Median NonFamily Income$19,750$27,829$33,177$34,470$32,105$39,324$40,402$0$0$0$18,625$0$91,172
Median Male Income$26,250$26,087$31,250$47,969$47,679$60,903$62,188$42,250$44,153$45,313$50,707$56,462$69,083
Median Female Income$52,542$44,375$37,473$38,850$37,143$38,389$37,882$31,591$36,250$43,333$44,504$47,238$49,593
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


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

Employment Status


Employed:39747.49%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:43952.51%
Total:836100%
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)


Management, business, science, and arts:22255.92%
Service:235.79%
Sales and Office:4912.34%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:5513.85%
Production, transportation, and material moving:4812.09%
Total Civilian Employed Population:397100%
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 $169,200, which is considerably lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $27,300 (19.24%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $54,900. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,021), is down $677 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $755. Of occupied housing, owners make up 89.97% (35.19% with a mortgage, 64.81% free-and-clear) and renters 10.03% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 35.56%, which is considerably 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)


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

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$141,900$121,200$105,400$99,700$100,900$106,800$110,800$113,600$114,300$123,400$159,300$180,000$169,200
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:1650.00%
$500 to $999:1650.00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:00.00%
Total:32100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$677$664$652$718$704$713$561$758$755$656$641$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):10131.66%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):18658.31%
Renter Occupied:3210.03%
Total Occupied Housing Units:319100%

Occupied Housing Units:31964.44%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):17635.56%
Total Housing Units:495100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:19439.19%
Multi-Family Units:163.23%
Other Units:28557.58%
Total Housing Units:495100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 33.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is on par with the state rate (30.20%). High school or higher is 90.90%, which is on par with the state rate (87.70%). The uninsured rate is 1.60%, which is markedly below the state rate (9.50%). The share of people in poverty is 6.90%, which is on par with the state rate (13.70%), down 3.30 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 11.40 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (56.83%). College enrollment is 56.83%, which is on par with the state rate (26.20%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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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)


Less than 9th grade:455.92%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:243.16%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):16321.45%
Some college, no degree:16221.32%
Associate's degree:11214.74%
Bachelor's degree:18223.95%
Graduate or professional degree:729.47%
Total:760100%
High school or higher:69190.92%
Bachelor's degree or higher:25433.42%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:48057.97%
Public Insurance:33640.58%
No Insurance:121.45%
Total:828100%
Has Health Insurance:81698.55%
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)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty10.2%14.6%11.6%15.4%11.9%18.9%22.4%19.4%18.3%26.1%19.2%0.0%6.9%
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)


Nursery School, Preschool:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):00.00%
High school (grades 9-12):6043.17%
College or graduate school:7956.83%
Total:139100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):6043.17%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 88022 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 13 business establishments, employing about 54 people with an annual payroll of $1,638,000. USPS data shows 416 residential mailboxes and 7 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:416Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:7Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:1,625Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:167Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:13Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$400,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$1,638,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:54Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 88022 is located in Grant County, New Mexico, within the Silver City, NM Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 43500) and New Mexico's 2nd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 27,856 people, about 3.94% of whom live in ZIP Code 88022. It covers 11.359 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.007 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Silver City, NMSource: Census
CBSA Number:43500Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:27,856Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:11.359 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.007 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:3504660Source: Census
Place Name:Arenas Valley CDP; New MexicoSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


88023 | | 88021

Schools in ZIP Code 88022


We could not locate which school district 88022 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Central Elementary 211 Cedar St
Santa Clara, NM 88026
District: Cobre Consolidated SchoolsNearby
Cobre High 1300 Tom Foy Blvd
Bayard, NM 88023
District: Cobre Consolidated SchoolsNearby
Bayard Elementary 100 Park St
Bayard, NM 88023
District: Cobre Consolidated SchoolsNearby
Snell Middle 501 Tom Foy Blvd
Bayard, NM 88023
District: Cobre Consolidated SchoolsNearby
Aldo Leopold Charter 1422 Hwy 180 East
Silver City, NM 88061
District: UnknownNearby
Guadalupe Montessori School 1731 N Alabama St
Silver City, NM 88061
District: Private SchoolNearby
Calvary Christian Academy 3001 Hwy 90 S
Silver City,, NM 88061
District: Private SchoolNearby
Manzano Christian School 1300 S Broadway St
Truth Or Consequences, NM 87901
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 88022


Western New Mexico University 1000 W. College Ave
Silver City, NM 88061
Type: Post Secondary
Computer Career Center-Las Cruces 850 N Telshor Blvd, Suite K
Las Cruces, NM 88011
Type: Post Secondary
New Mexico State University-Dona Ana 2800 N. Sonoma Ranch Blvd.
Las Cruces, NM 88011
Type: Post Secondary
New Mexico State University-Main Campus 2850 Weddell Street
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
Type: Post Secondary
Glitz School Of Cosmetology 2460 Missouri Avenue
Las Cruces, NM 88001
Type: Post Secondary
Burrell College Of Osteopathic Medicine 3501 Arrowhead Drive
Las Cruces, NM 88001
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


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 October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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