Ednet 84516 is a census-designated place located in Socorro County, New Mexico. It is part of the Las Cruces Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 3,046 at the 2010 census. Ednet 84516 is a primarily Hispanic community with a median household income of $21,878. Most of its residents work in agriculture, and many are employed by local dairy farms. The majority of people living in Ednet 84516 speak Spanish, and local services and businesses typically offer Spanish-speaking availability. The community is served by the Ednet 84516 School District, which offers pre-k through 12th grade classrooms. Additionally, the nearest community college, New Mexico State University–Alamogordo, is just a short drive away.