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ZIP Code 87943

Sierra, New Mexico

FIPS 87943

Juniper

ZIP Code 87943 is in the bottom 8% nationally for FEMA risk score.

FEMA Risk Score

94.7

Higher than 92% of U.S. ZIP codes

The basics

Total Population

191

Median Age

88

Home values & property tax

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Median Property Tax

$919

Climate & weather

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Summer Avg High (°F)

86.4

Winter Avg Low (°F)

20.6

Avg Temperature (°F)

53.1

Hot Days/yr (>90°F)

28.3

Freezing Days/yr (<32°F)

165.7

Annual Precipitation (in)

13.9

Annual Snowfall (in)

9.6

Flood & disaster risk

Ranked against U.S. ZIP codes.

FEMA Risk Score

94.7

Higher than 92%

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 87943: frequently asked questions

How much is property tax in ZIP Code 87943?
The median annual property tax in ZIP Code 87943 is $919.
What is the weather like in ZIP Code 87943?
ZIP Code 87943 averages 53.1°F year-round, summer highs near 86.4°F, winter lows around 20.6°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). It sees about 9.6 inches of snow a year.
Is ZIP Code 87943 at risk of flooding or natural disasters?
ZIP Code 87943's FEMA National Risk Index score is 94.7 (higher than 92% 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 →