The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 88043 sells for about $145,000, or $135 per square foot.
Homes take about 92 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $850 a month.
ZIP 88043 — Hurley
The housing market in 88043 is characterized by low inventory and stable, affordable pricing. Sales volume remains thin, reflecting the rural nature of the area and limited turnover. Most figures are based on current local listings and census data, as specific monthly market reports for this ZIP are not published.
This ZIP is best suited for budget-conscious buyers, retirees, and those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle in a small-town community setting.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 92 days on market with 6.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
17% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.2% · poverty 19.5% — a mixed stability profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 88043, Grant County NM
Schools in the area are served by the Cobre Consolidated School District, which generally reflects the rural educational landscape of Grant County.
The area is subject to standard high-desert climate risks, including wildfire potential and occasional flash flooding common to southwestern New Mexico.
Economic momentum is tied to the regional mining industry and local government services in Grant County, with limited new residential development.
Property taxes are assessed by Grant County based on the state's millage rate structure; there are no specific MUD or PID districts reported for this ZIP.
Commutes are primarily vehicle-dependent, with residents traveling to nearby Bayard or Silver City for employment and services.
Local recreation includes access to the Gila National Forest and nearby outdoor trails, with limited shopping and dining options within the immediate ZIP.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and modest demand, primarily serving local workers and retirees.
The local economy is heavily influenced by the mining sector and public sector employment within Grant County.
Transportation is entirely reliant on personal vehicles, with no public transit infrastructure serving the area.
There are no major large-scale residential or commercial developments currently reported for this ZIP.
The Grant County Assessor manages property valuations for tax purposes, following standard New Mexico assessment cycles.
Parcels are served by the Cobre Consolidated School District and local utility cooperatives.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire risk and the rural nature of the geography.
New Mexico is a judicial foreclosure state.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure statement regarding the condition of the home.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 88043 profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Little Toad Creek Brewery & Distillery4.510.2 mi
- City of Rocks State Park4.811.4 mi
- Silver City Museum4.610.4 mi
- Gough Park4.510.4 mi
- Penny Park4.610.6 mi
- Silver Bowling Center4.29.8 mi
- Whiskey Creek Zócalo4.77.1 mi
- Silver City Museum4.610.4 mi
- The Big Ditch4.410.2 mi
- City of Rocks State Park4.811.4 mi
- Gough Park4.510.4 mi
- Dragonfly Trail Petroglyphs4.77.4 mi
- Penny Park4.610.6 mi
- Boston Hill Open Space4.710.6 mi
- Albertsons4.39.6 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides extensive hiking, camping, and outdoor recreation opportunities in the surrounding region.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.