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ZIP Code 87517

Taos, New Mexico

FIPS 87517

Juniper

ZIP Code 87517 is in the bottom 14% nationally for FEMA risk score.

FEMA Risk Score

90.6

Higher than 86% of U.S. ZIP codes

The basics

Total Population

388

Median Age

45

Climate & weather

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

Summer Avg High (°F)

84.8

Winter Avg Low (°F)

15

Avg Temperature (°F)

48.5

Hot Days/yr (>90°F)

22.8

Freezing Days/yr (<32°F)

182.9

Annual Precipitation (in)

14.7

Annual Snowfall (in)

28.4

Flood & disaster risk

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

FEMA Risk Score

90.6

Higher than 86%

The full report

Six pillars — each with percentile benchmarks, 16-year trends, and per-metric detail.

  • People

  • Work & Money

  • Housing

  • Amenities

  • Environment & Risk

ZIP Code 87517: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in ZIP Code 87517?
ZIP Code 87517 averages 48.5°F year-round, summer highs near 84.8°F, winter lows around 15°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). It sees about 28.4 inches of snow a year.
Is ZIP Code 87517 at risk of flooding or natural disasters?
ZIP Code 87517's FEMA National Risk Index score is 90.6 (higher than 86% of U.S. ZIP codes). Its greatest modeled natural hazard is wildfire.

Sources: U.S. Census ACS, FEMA National Risk Index, FHFA House Price Index, OpenStreetMap, EPA. Explore the map →