ZIP Code 79107, Texas
ZIP Code 79107 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 79107 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Potter County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 36,662. The land area covers 19.62 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36,662 | ±1,547 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 32.9 yrs | ±1.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,294 | ±480 | 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 | 12,195 | ±493 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,294 | ±480 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,901 | ±289 |
| Median Home Value | $92,600 | ±$4,011 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,026 | ±$44 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $40,671 | ±$3,233 |
| Per Capita Income | $15,422 | ±$876 |
| Poverty Rate | 31.7% | ±5.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 9,941 | ±1,828 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 12,843 | ±739 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.3% | ±3.3% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 114,649 (2024)
ID: 135066
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: POTTER COUNTY JUDGE
500 S FILLMORE ST, AMARILLO TX 79101-2439
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | AMARILLO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AMARILLO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | AMARILLO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | AMARILLO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | AMARILLO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | AMARILLO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | AMARILLO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | AMARILLO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | AMARILLO, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06 | AMARILLO, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Amarillo College
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College | 4.2 mi away | 2011 S. Washington, Amarillo, TX, 79109 |
8063715000
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NORTH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 1504 NE 24TH AVE, AMARILLO, TX, 79107 |
(806) 381-7931
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Wade Gordon Hairdressing Academy
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College Vocational | 5.5 mi away | 2520 Paramount Blvd, Amarillo, TX, 79109 |
8063319233
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AMARILLO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 413 SE 4TH AVE, AMARILLO, TX, 79101 |
(806) 378-3050
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Exposito School of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 5.9 mi away | 3710 Mockingbird Ln., Amarillo, TX, 79109-3208 |
80635591112
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EAST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 2232 E 27TH AVE, AMARILLO, TX, 79103 |
(806) 342-1589
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Milan Institute-Amarillo
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College Vocational | 7.6 mi away | 7001 I-40 West, Amarillo, TX, 79106 |
8063533500
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NORTHWEST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 6100 SW 9TH AVE, AMARILLO, TX, 79106 |
(806) 359-2035
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West Texas A & M University
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College | 18.5 mi away | 2501 4th Ave, Canyon, TX, 79016-0001 |
8066510000
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SOUTHWEST BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 6801 W 45TH AVE, AMARILLO, TX, 79109 |
(806) 359-2094
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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 AMARILLO, TX US, located 4.8 miles from ZCTA5 79107. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52.2° | 24.9° | 38.6° | 0.71" | 4.0" |
| February | 56.1° | 27.5° | 41.8° | 0.53" | 3.5" |
| March | 64.8° | 34.8° | 49.8° | 1.27" | 1.9" |
| April | 72.4° | 42.5° | 57.5° | 1.45" | 0.5" |
| May | 80.9° | 52.6° | 66.8° | 2.27" | 0.2" |
| June | 89.7° | 62.4° | 76.1° | 2.85" | 0.0" |
| July | 92.9° | 66.4° | 79.6° | 2.82" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.0° | 65.3° | 78.1° | 2.86" | 0.0" |
| September | 84.0° | 57.8° | 70.9° | 1.69" | 0.0" |
| October | 73.0° | 45.4° | 59.2° | 1.75" | 0.7" |
| November | 61.3° | 33.5° | 47.4° | 0.75" | 2.6" |
| December | 51.9° | 25.7° | 38.8° | 0.71" | 3.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amarillo city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Bishop Hills town | Town | 9.1 mi | — |
| Palisades village | Village | 11.9 mi | — |
| Lake Tanglewood village | Village | 12.1 mi | — |
| Timbercreek Canyon village | Village | 12.4 mi | — |
| Washburn CDP | CDP | 13.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 79107. • 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.