| ZIP Code | 79837 |
|---|---|
| City | Dell City |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| County | Hudspeth County |
| Area Code | 915 |
| Elevation | 4,596 ft |
| Latitude | 32.095261 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -105.162407 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 48229 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.9 yrs ↓ 42% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.11 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 65.9% ▲ 70% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 27 (15.9%) |
| Some College | 12 (7.1%) |
| Associates | 16 (9.4%) |
| Bachelors | 14 (8.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 98 (57.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median Home Value | $36,700 ▼ 87% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Total Units | 211 |
| Vacant Units | 115 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.11 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 211 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 115 |
| Owner Occupied | 35.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 64.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.11 |
ZIP code 79837 is located in Dell City, Texas, within Hudspeth County. With a population of 203, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.9 years.
Real estate in ZIP code 79837 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $36,700 is well below the national average. This is predominantly a renter community, with 64.6% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 79837 is majority White (61.58%). Residents are highly educated — 65.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%.
The unemployment rate in 79837 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 96%.
Overall, ZIP code 79837 in Dell City, TX is characterized as highly educated, and a relatively young community.