ZIP code 88253
Where is ZIP code 88253?
Lake Arthur, New Mexico
Chaves County · Standard ZIP code
ZIP code 88253 belongs to Lake Arthur, New Mexico in Chaves County. 88253 is a standard ZIP code, so it covers street addresses as well as PO Boxes. It is in the Mountain Time zone and uses area code 575. About 901 people live in the 88253 area, where the median household income is $85,813. The closest ZIP codes are 88232 (Hagerman, 7.9 mi north), 88210 (Artesia, 11.3 mi south) and 88230 (Dexter, 13.4 mi north).
| ZIP code | 88253 |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard ZIP code for street addresses and PO Boxes |
| Status | Active |
| City | Lake Arthur |
| State | New Mexico (NM) |
| County | Chaves County |
| Time zone | Mountain Time · now |
| Area code | 575 |
| Coordinates | 32.9982, -104.3666 map |
| 3-digit prefix | 882 |
Population and income in 88253
| Population | 901 · lower than 53% of New Mexico ZIP codes |
|---|---|
| People per square mile | 4 · lower than 65% of New Mexico ZIP codes |
| Median age | 34 years · lower than 82% of New Mexico ZIP codes |
| Men / women | 48% / 52% |
| Median household income | $85,813 · higher than 87% of New Mexico ZIP codes |
| Income per person | $39,053 |
| Below the poverty line | 8.0% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 29% of adults 25+ |
| Median home value | $168,300 · lower than 57% of New Mexico ZIP codes |
| Median rent | $1,079 a month |
| Housing units | 360 |
| Households | 315 (2.86 people on average) |
| Owners / renters | 68% / 32% |
| Land area | 218.39 sq mi (plus 0.32 sq mi of water) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020–2024) for ZIP Code Tabulation Area 88253. Census ZIP areas are close to, but not exactly the same as, USPS delivery areas.
ZIP codes near 88253
| ZIP code | City | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 88232 | Hagerman, NM | 7.9 mi N | Standard |
| 88210 | Artesia, NM | 11.3 mi S | Standard |
| 88230 | Dexter, NM | 13.4 mi N | Standard |
| 88211 | Artesia, NM | 17 mi S | PO Box only |
| 88202 | Roswell, NM | 21.4 mi N | PO Box only |
| 88250 | Hope, NM | 24.6 mi SW | Standard |
| 88254 | Lakewood, NM | 25.2 mi S | PO Box only |
| 88255 | Loco Hills, NM | 25.7 mi SE | PO Box only |
| 88203 | Roswell, NM | 27.5 mi N | Standard |
| 88264 | Maljamar, NM | 36.4 mi E | Standard |
| 88220 | Carlsbad, NM | 41.2 mi S | Standard |
| 88201 | Roswell, NM | 44.3 mi N | Standard |
Straight-line distance between ZIP code center points. Find every ZIP code within 10 miles of 88253 or measure the distance to another ZIP code.
How to address mail to 88253
123 MAIN ST
LAKE ARTHUR NM 88253
Put the city, the two-letter state code and the ZIP code on the last line. Adding the 4-digit ZIP+4 code (88253-XXXX) helps mail sort faster but isn’t required.
Questions
- What city is ZIP code 88253?
- 88253 is a Lake Arthur, New Mexico ZIP code.
- What county is 88253 in?
- ZIP code 88253 is in Chaves County, New Mexico.
- What time zone is ZIP code 88253 in?
- 88253 is in the Mountain Time zone (America/Denver).
- What area code is 88253?
- Phone numbers in ZIP code 88253 use area code 575.
- What is the population of ZIP code 88253?
- About 901 people live in ZIP code 88253, according to the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
- What is the median income in 88253?
- The median household income in 88253 is $85,813 a year, higher than 87% of New Mexico ZIP codes.
- What ZIP codes are near 88253?
- The nearest ZIP codes to 88253 are 88232 (Hagerman, 7.9 miles), 88210 (Artesia, 11.3 miles), 88230 (Dexter, 13.4 miles) and 88211 (Artesia, 17 miles).