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79842

Texas · 285 residents · 828.742 sq mi
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ZIP 79842 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $45,596. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. Median home value is $240,000. With a median age of 56.6, the population is older than the US median of 38.9.

$45,596
US average: $82,259
$240,000
US average: $376,019
24.8%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
2.8%
Age 65+
18.6%
40.4%
59.6%
1.40 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic71.2%(203)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino28.8%(82)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%(0)
Diversity Score51.2%(146)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Brewster County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST3RD OF 4HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
79830$66,546
79834$49,617
79852$34,712
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 79842?

ZIP code 79842 has about 285 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 79842?

The typical household in ZIP code 79842 earns about $45,596 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 79842 expensive?

In ZIP code 79842, the median home is worth about $240,000.

How educated are people in ZIP code 79842?

About 24.8% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 79842 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 79842?

About 18.2% of people in ZIP code 79842 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Brewster County
Other ZIP codes in Brewster County
ZIP 79830ZIP 79852ZIP 79834ZIP 79832

DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024