ZIP Code 79068, Texas
ZIP Code 79068 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 79068 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Carson County / Potter County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,784. The land area covers 403.32 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,784 | ±269 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.5 yrs | ±4.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,245 | ±126 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,453 | ±118 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,245 | ±126 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 208 | ±86 |
| Median Home Value | $165,300 | ±$16,300 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,038 | ±$519 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $86,264 | ±$4,161 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,309 | ±$5,616 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% | ±3.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 143 | ±88 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,532 | ±223 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.6% | ±6.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
|
GUS Population: 5,822 (2024)
ID: 175859
|
County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY JUDGE
PO BOX 369, PANHANDLE TX 79068-0369
|
Education
Listing 6 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | AMARILLO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AMARILLO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | AMARILLO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PANHANDLE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PANHANDLE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | PANHANDLE, TX |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Frank Phillips College
|
College | 22.9 mi away | 1301 W. Roosevelt St., Borger, TX, 79008-5118 |
8064574200
|
|
CARSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 3.8 mi away | 401 MAIN ST, PANHANDLE, TX, 79068 |
(806) 537-3742
|
|
Amarillo College
|
College | 24.7 mi away | 2011 S. Washington, Amarillo, TX, 79109 |
8063715000
|
|
WHITE DEER BRANCH LIBRARY
|
Library | 17.0 mi away | 200 4TH ST, WHITE DEER, TX, 79097 |
(806) 883-7121
|
|
GROOM BRANCH LIBRARY
|
Library | 20.9 mi away | 201 BROADWAY ST, GROOM, TX, 79039 |
(806) 248-7353
|
|
NORTH BRANCH LIBRARY
|
Library | 21.9 mi away | 1504 NE 24TH AVE, AMARILLO, TX, 79107 |
(806) 381-7931
|
|
SKELLYTOWN BRANCH LIBRARY
|
Library | 22.6 mi away | 500 CHAMBERLAIN, SKELLYTOWN, TX, 79080 |
(806) 848-2551
|
|
EAST BRANCH LIBRARY
|
Library | 22.9 mi away | 2232 E 27TH AVE, AMARILLO, TX, 79103 |
(806) 342-1589
|
|
AMARILLO PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 23.4 mi away | 413 SE 4TH AVE, AMARILLO, TX, 79101 |
(806) 378-3050
|
|
HUTCHINSON COUNTY LIBRARY - FRITCH
|
Library | 23.4 mi away | 205 N CORNELL AVE, FRITCH, TX, 79036 |
(806) 857-3752
|
Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at PANHANDLE, TX US, located 3.5 miles from ZCTA5 79068. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50.1° | 23.8° | 37.0° | 0.53" | 2.2" |
| February | 54.1° | 26.6° | 40.4° | 0.50" | 2.1" |
| March | 63.9° | 33.7° | 48.8° | 1.24" | 1.4" |
| April | 71.7° | 41.5° | 56.6° | 1.60" | 0.1" |
| May | 80.3° | 51.8° | 66.0° | 2.74" | 0.1" |
| June | 89.2° | 62.1° | 75.6° | 3.22" | 0.0" |
| July | 93.4° | 66.2° | 79.8° | 2.57" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.3° | 65.0° | 78.1° | 3.07" | 0.0" |
| September | 83.8° | 57.4° | 70.6° | 1.91" | 0.0" |
| October | 72.7° | 45.3° | 59.0° | 1.97" | 0.4" |
| November | 60.1° | 33.4° | 46.8° | 0.80" | 2.0" |
| December | 50.2° | 25.2° | 37.7° | 0.91" | 5.3" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panhandle town | Town | 3.8 mi | — |
| Washburn CDP | CDP | 13.1 mi | — |
| Claude city | City | 15.9 mi | — |
| White Deer town | Town | 16.8 mi | — |
| Groom town | Town | 20.8 mi | — |
| Skellytown town | Town | 22.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 79068. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.