Race, Diversity, and Ethnicity in 87002, NM

The map below shows majority race by area in 87002, as self-identified on the US census. Darker shades indicate a larger racial majority in that neighborhood. This page also contains data and maps on 87002 racial diversity and diversity scores. Click here to scroll to diversity data.

87002, NM map of race and ethnicity
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Majority race by area

The majority race in 87002 overall is hispanic, making up 59.5% of residents. The next most-common racial group is white at 34.1%. There are more hispanic people in the south areas of the zip. People who identify as white are most likely to be living in the southeast places. The data below shows how many people identify themselves as each of the following races, which most Americans base on their family's national origin:

Race in 87002
Race
87002, NM Population
White
34.1%
Hispanic
59.5%
Black
1.1%
Asian
0.9%
Native American
1.1%
Other
3.3%
 

Racial Distribution Key

White
Hispanic
Black
Asian
Native American
Other
 
Self-Identified Race
87002, NM Population
White
34.1%
Hispanic
59.5%
Black
1.1%
Asian
0.9%
Native American
1.1%
Other
3.3%
   

Diversity and Diversity Scores for 87002, NM

The map below shows diversity in 87002. Areas in green are more diverse, while areas in red are much less diverse. Diversity, in this case, means a mixture of people with different race and ethnicity living close to one another. For example, all-black and all-white areas in the zip would both be considered lacking diversity.

87002, NM map of race and ethnicity
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Diversity Score

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87002 Diversity Score

76

With a diversity score of 76 out of 100, 87002 is more diverse than other US zip codes. The most diverse area within 87002's proper boundaries is to the east of the zip. The least diverse areas are located in the west parts of 87002.

Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis. Special thanks to the University of Virginia.

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