| ZIP Code | 79018 |
|---|---|
| City | Channing |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Hartley County |
| Area Code | 806 |
| Elevation | 3,876 ft |
| Latitude | 35.705732 |
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| Longitude | -102.343965 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48341 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.8 yrs ↑ 42% since 2019 |
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| Avg Household Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 29.1% ▲ 191% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.1% ▲ 19% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 44% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 52 (17.6%) |
| Some College | 67 (22.7%) |
| Associates | 40 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 58 (19.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 78 (26.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median Home Value | $91,300 ▼ 67% below avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
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| Median Rent | $781/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 225 |
| Vacant Units | 62 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 225 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 62 |
| Owner Occupied | 58.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 41.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
ZIP code 79018 is located in Channing, Texas, within Hartley County. With a population of 405, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.8 years.
Real estate in ZIP code 79018 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $91,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $781 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.3%) and renters (41.7%). Median home values have increased by 12% since 2019.
The population of 79018 is primarily White (80.49%). Residents are well-educated — 46.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 29.1%.
The unemployment rate in 79018 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 92%.
Overall, ZIP code 79018 in Channing, TX is characterized as well-educated, and a mature community.