ZIP Code 88135 in Texico, NM

Data Last Updated: November 1, 2025
City:Texico, New Mexico
Names to Avoid:
Pleasant Hill
County:Curry County
Timezone:Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:8:49:41 PM
Population:1,576 [See All]
Area Code:575
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:34.5257, -103.1026
Land Area:143.152 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 88135 has 1,576 residents and 545 households (average 2.89 persons per household). The median age is 34.4 years, younger than the state (39.2) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.0% male and 49.0% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (55.8%, lower than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (50.9%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 50.9%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%), and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than the national average (8.4%).

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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:1,576Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:1,393Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:794Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:11.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:$71,250Source: Census ACS
Households:545Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$112,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.89Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.05Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,6651,4481,6371,7311,7601,6561,6721,5831,3691,4261,2561,3571,393
Decennial Census1,804------------------1,576------
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: 34.4

Male Median Age: 33.9

Female Median Age: 35.2

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male50726382474163575047364358292415198
Female555874643848465643384036483224162927
Total1051301371468589109113938576791066148314835
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:88042.37%
Black:301.44%
Hispanic:*80238.61%
Asian:50.24%
American Indian:150.72%
Hawaiian:10.05%
Other:34416.56%
Total:2,077100%
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:80451.02%33.9 years
Females:77248.98%35.2 years
Total:1,576100%34.4 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:1,08277.67%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:664.74%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:543.88%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:19117.59%
Total Population:1,393100%
Total Native Population:1,14882.41%
Total Foreign-born Population:24517.59%
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 $71,250, which is considerably higher than the state median ($62,125), is up $33,036 (86.4%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $28,494. Family households earn a median of $88,750 versus $28,542 for nonfamily households (a difference of $60,208). By gender, male median income is $62,774 and female is $42,500, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $20,274 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 57.8%, which is falls short of the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 1.0%, which is much lower than the state rate (5.9%). The largest occupation group is Management (40.2%).

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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$38,214$41,250$41,172$36,681$35,326$40,026$36,726$42,786$42,756$52,024$55,729$65,855$71,250
Median Family Income$45,893$52,841$52,098$51,563$47,500$41,016$41,025$43,362$43,726$65,893$78,603$83,355$88,750
Median NonFamily Income$13,750$13,750$12,727$15,556$16,250$17,500$22,629$25,662$27,000$0$26,905$26,154$28,542
Median Male Income$35,592$37,279$37,847$34,306$0$32,292$32,371$32,104$41,339$43,194$56,434$61,282$62,774
Median Female Income$21,154$22,398$22,034$23,804$0$26,250$30,156$32,250$35,882$36,719$39,000$29,805$42,500
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:62457.25%
Unemployed:60.55%
Not In Labor Force:46042.20%
Total:1,090100%
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:25140.22%
Service:7812.50%
Sales and Office:9214.74%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:8213.14%
Production, transportation, and material moving:12119.39%
Total Civilian Employed Population:624100%
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 $112,900, which is considerably lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $29,400 (35.21%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $9,700. The median gross rent is $942, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $365 (63.26%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $181. Of occupied housing, owners make up 75.79% (42.13% with a mortgage, 57.87% free-and-clear) and renters 24.21% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 10.94%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (13.11%).

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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$83,500$87,000$90,600$93,400$93,200$89,300$90,300$107,900$103,200$95,400$112,000$110,500$112,900
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:7352.90%
$1,000 to $1,499:2719.57%
$1,500 to $1,999:2417.39%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:1410.14%
Total:138100%
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$577$579$625$628$639$680$690$737$761$979$885$1,036$942
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):18231.93%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):25043.86%
Renter Occupied:13824.21%
Total Occupied Housing Units:570100%

Occupied Housing Units:57089.06%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):7010.94%
Total Housing Units:640100%
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:43668.13%
Multi-Family Units:71.09%
Other Units:19730.78%
Total Housing Units:640100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 15.50% 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 77.10%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 17.10%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 11.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 10.30 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 11.30 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 (44.63%). College enrollment is 14.05%, 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)


Less than 9th grade:17518.70%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:394.17%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):24125.75%
Some college, no degree:20722.12%
Associate's degree:12913.78%
Bachelor's degree:636.73%
Graduate or professional degree:828.76%
Total:936100%
High school or higher:72277.14%
Bachelor's degree or higher:14515.49%
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:77949.02%
Public Insurance:57236.00%
No Insurance:23814.98%
Total:1,589100%
Has Health Insurance:1,35185.02%
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 Poverty21.6%15.3%15.2%14.4%19.2%20.8%25.5%26.9%22.6%11.4%10.7%6.4%11.3%
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:4412.12%
Kindergarten:339.09%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):16244.63%
High school (grades 9-12):7320.11%
College or graduate school:5114.05%
Total:363100%
Early Childhood:7721.21%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):26873.83%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 88135 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 26 business establishments, employing about 110 people with an annual payroll of $5,994,000. USPS data shows 275 residential mailboxes and 37 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:275Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:37Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:675Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:250Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:26Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$1,420,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$5,994,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:110Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 88135 is located in Curry County, New Mexico, within the Clovis, NM Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 17580) and New Mexico's 3rd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 66,934 people, about 2.35% of whom live in ZIP Code 88135. It covers 143.152 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.451 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Clovis, NMSource: Census
CBSA Number:17580Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:66,934Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:143.152 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.451 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:3577250Source: Census
Place Name:Texico city; New MexicoSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


88136 | | 88134

Schools in ZIP Code 88135


ZIP Code 88135 is in the Texico Municipal Schools, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 3 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.

Texico Elementary 520 North Griffin
Texico, NM 88135
District: Texico Municipal Schools
Texico High 520 North Griffin
Texico, NM 88135
District: Texico Municipal Schools
Texico Middle 520 North Griffin
Texico, NM 88135
District: Texico Municipal Schools
Clovis Christian Schools 2000 Humphrey Rd
Clovis, NM 88101
District: Private SchoolNearby
Gateway Christian School 1900 N Sycamore
Roswell, NM 88201
District: Private SchoolNearby
Noah's Ark Christian Preschool & Kindergarten 501 N Sycamore Ave
Roswell, NM 88201
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 88135


Clovis Community College 417 Schepps Blvd
Clovis, NM 88101-8381
Type: Post Secondary
Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus Enmu Station 2, 1500 S Ave K
Portales, NM 88130
Type: Post Secondary
Mesalands Community College 911 S Tenth Street
Tucumcari, NM 88401-3352
Type: Post Secondary
West Texas A & M University 2501 4th Ave
Canyon, TX 79016-0001
Type: Post Secondary
South Plains College 1401 S. College Ave
Levelland, TX 79336
Type: Post Secondary
Milan Institute-Amarillo 7001 I-40 West
Amarillo, TX 79106
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 November 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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  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
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