ZIP Code 79605, Texas
ZIP Code 79605 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 79605 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Taylor County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 28,467. The land area covers 10.98 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28,467 | ±1,651 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.6 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,152 | ±673 | 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 | 12,458 | ±662 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,152 | ±673 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,306 | ±281 |
| Median Home Value | $163,600 | ±$7,819 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,117 | ±$53 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,929 | ±$5,109 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,276 | ±$3,761 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.6% | ±3.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,041 | ±937 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,032 | ±1,098 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.2% | ±2.6% |
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: 148,813 (2024)
ID: 175947
|
County | Official County Government |
Contact: TAYLOR COUNTY JUDGE
300 OAK ST, STE 200, ABILENE TX 79602-1533
|
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ABILENE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ABILENE, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | AE | ABILENE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ABILENE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ABILENE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ABILENE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ABILENE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ABILENE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | BUFFALO GAP, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ABILENE, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
McMurry University
|
College | 2.0 mi away | S 14th and Sayles Blvd, Abilene, TX, 79697 |
3257933800
|
|
ABILENE PUBLIC LIBRARY MOCKINGBIRD BRANCH
|
Library | 2.5 mi away | 1326 N MOCKINGBIRD LN, ABILENE, TX, 79603 |
(325) 437-7323
|
|
Texas College of Cosmetology-Abilene
|
College Vocational | 2.3 mi away | 117 Sayles Blvd., Abilene, TX, 79605 |
3256770532
|
|
ABILENE PUBLIC LIBRARY SOUTH BRANCH
|
Library | 2.7 mi away | 4310 BUFFALO GAP RD SUITE 1246, ABILENE, TX, 79606 |
(325) 698-7565
|
|
Neecee's Barber College
|
College Vocational | 3.2 mi away | 1813 Industrial Blvd, Abilene, TX, 79602 |
3256737970
|
|
ABILENE PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 2.9 mi away | 202 CEDAR ST, ABILENE, TX, 79601 |
(325) 677-2474
|
|
Hardin-Simmons University
|
College | 4.0 mi away | 2200 Hickory, Abilene, TX, 79698-0001 |
3256701000
|
|
MERKEL PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 13.7 mi away | 100 KENT, MERKEL, TX, 79536 |
(325) 928-5054
|
|
Abilene Christian University
|
College | 4.8 mi away | Abilene, TX, 79699 |
3256742000
|
|
CLYDE PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 16.9 mi away | 125 OAK ST, CLYDE, TX, 79510 |
(325) 893-5315
|
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 ABILENE RGNL AP, TX US, located 6.0 miles from ZCTA5 79605. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58.8° | 33.7° | 46.3° | 1.10" | 0.7" |
| February | 62.8° | 37.4° | 50.1° | 1.29" | 1.0" |
| March | 70.9° | 45.3° | 58.1° | 1.73" | 0.1" |
| April | 79.2° | 52.8° | 66.0° | 1.86" | 0.3" |
| May | 86.3° | 61.9° | 74.1° | 3.21" | 0.0" |
| June | 92.8° | 69.5° | 81.1° | 3.44" | 0.0" |
| July | 96.4° | 73.1° | 84.7° | 1.92" | 0.0" |
| August | 96.0° | 72.4° | 84.2° | 2.53" | 0.0" |
| September | 88.7° | 65.0° | 76.8° | 2.67" | 0.0" |
| October | 79.3° | 54.7° | 67.0° | 2.83" | 0.0" |
| November | 67.8° | 43.3° | 55.5° | 1.40" | 0.7" |
| December | 59.4° | 35.2° | 47.3° | 1.26" | 0.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene city | City | 2.9 mi | — |
| Impact town | Town | 5.0 mi | — |
| Tye city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Potosi CDP | CDP | 8.9 mi | — |
| Buffalo Gap town | Town | 10.9 mi | — |
| Hawley city | City | 12.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 79605. • 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.