ZIP code 79602

The page on USZIP.com for the ZIP code 79602 provides a comprehensive overview of this area in Abilene, TX. It features a detailed map pinpointing the location and outlines key demographic information such as population size, median age, and household income. The page also includes insights into the local economy, highlighting business environments and employment statistics. Additionally, it offers data on housing, including average home prices and rent costs. Users can find information on nearby schools, public services, and amenities, making it a useful resource for those looking to move to or learn more about the 79602 ZIP code area.

79602 is the zip code for

Abilene, TX

Also in this location:
Potosi, TX

Total population
21,519
Housing units
8,917
Land area
(sq. miles)
114.80
Density
(people per sq. mile)
187.45
Water area
(sq. miles)
1.16

Demographic data for zip code 79602

Gender:

Male
10,534
Female
10,985
Median age
Male
34.50
Female
35.40
Gender

Households:

Total households
8,133
Family households
5,763
Nonfamily households
2,370
Average household size
2.56
Average family size
3.03
Households

Housing units:

Total housing units
8,917
Occupied housing units
8,133
Owner-occupied
5,799
Renter-occupied
2,334
Vacant housing units
784
Housing units

Age:

Under 5 years
1,715
5 to 9 years
1,552
10 to 14 years
1,481
15 to 19 years
1,404
20 to 24 years
1,458
25 to 34 years
3,173
35 to 44 years
2,690
45 to 54 years
3,273
55 to 59 years
1,289
60 to 64 years
1,046
65 to 74 years
1,443
75 to 84 years
772
85 years and over
223
Median age
34.90
Age

Race:

White
15,068
Hispanic or Latino
4,581
Black or African American
1,102
Asian
304
American Indian & Alaska Native
86
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
18
Other (One Race)
15
Two or More Races
345
Race
* Based on 2010, 2000 U.S. Census data

Economic data for zip code 79602

Employment status:

Population
(16 years and over)
16,977
Civilian labor force
10,982
Employed
10,495
Unemployed
487
Armed Forces
307
Not in labor force
5,688
Percent Unemployed
4.4%
Employment status

Commuting to work:

Workers
(16 years and over)
10,530
Car, truck, or van
Drove alone
8,518
Carpooled
1,069
Public transportation
(excluding taxicab)
73
Walked
124
Other means
430
Worked at home
316
Mean travel time
15.6 min.
Commuting to work

Occupation:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
10,495
Management / business / science / arts
3,496
Service
1,815
Sales / office
2,599
Natural resources / construction / maintenance
1,069
Production / transportation / material moving
1,516
Occupation

Industry:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
10,495
Agriculture / forestry / fishing / hunting / mining
287
Construction
730
Manufacturing
591
Wholesale trade
282
Retail trade
1,078
Transportation / warehousing / utilities
600
Information
184
Finance / insurance / real estate / rental / leasing
728
Professional / scientific / management / administrative / waste management services
768
Educational services / health care / social assistance
3,200
Arts / entertainment / recreation / accommodation / food services
828
Public administration
554
Other services
665
Industry

Class of worker:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
10,495
Private wage & salary workers
7,748
Government workers
2,009
Self-employed
(in own not incorporated business)
725
Unpaid family workers
13
Class of worker

Income:

Total households
8,268
Less than $10,000
834
$10,000 to $14,999
424
$15,000 to $24,999
920
$25,000 to $34,999
894
$35,000 to $49,999
1,007
$50,000 to $74,999
1,590
$75,000 to $99,999
936
$100,000 to $149,999
1,098
$150,000 to $199,999
238
$200,000 or more
327
Median household income
$51,058
Mean household income
$67,166
Percentage of people whose income in the past 12 months is below the poverty level
17.8%
Income
* Based on 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Public schools in 79602

Name & AddressPhone# of studentsFree lunchPupils per teacher
Abilene Psychiatric Institute
4225 Woods Pl
(Other/Alternative School)
(325) 698-6600418.0
Abilene State Sch
2501 Maple St
(Other/Alternative School)
(325) 692-4053604.0
Adult Learning Ctr
1929 S 11th
(Other/Alternative School)
(325) 671-4419000.0
Bowie El
1733 S 20th St
(325) 671-477054735111.9
Day Nursery Of Abilene
625 S 8th St
(Other/Alternative School)
(325) 671-456943121.5
Juvenile Detention Center
889 S 25th
(Other/Alternative School)
(325) 677-144430110.0
Lincoln Middle
1699 S 1st St
(325) 672-327969126111.8
Locust Ecc
625 S 8th St
(Other/Alternative School)
(325) 671-456931422117.1
Reassignment Ctr
1101 S 9th St
(Other/Alternative School)
(325) 671-4648000.0
Thomas El
1240 Lakeside Dr
(325) 671-499553530313.5
Travis Opportunity Ctr
1101 S 9th St
(Other/Alternative School)
(325) 671-464820161.7

Public libraries around Abilene, TX

NameAddress
Abilene Public Library
202 Cedar St
Abilene, TX 79601

Universities and Colleges around 79602

NameAddressPhone
Hardin-Simmons University - School of Business & Finance- Kelley College of Busi2200 Hickory Street
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 677-2332
McMurry University - Wall Driggers Baseball Stadium- Press BoxSouth 14th & Sayles
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 793-4890
Java City Cafe1265 Ambler Avenue
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 671-2184
Cisco Junior College717 East Industrial Boulevard
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 794-4400
Calling Center1075 North Judge Ely Boulevard
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 676-2601
Ged Testing1101 South 9th Street
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 671-4000
Abilene Christian University - Tickets- Freshman Follies Sing Song Tic1600 Campus Court
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 674-2648
McMurry University
14th & Sayles
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 793-3800
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
425 3rd Street
Dyess Afb, TX 79607
(325) 692-2007
Abilene Higher Education Authority809 East North 16th Street
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 672-6172
McMurry University - Gypsy Ted Gallery2117 Hunt Street
Abilene, TX 79605
(325) 698-7397
American Commercial College
402 Butternut Street
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 672-8495
Abilene Christian University - Panhandle Plains Student Loan Center
400 Pine Street
Abilene, TX 79601
(325) 672-6172

Hospitals and Medical Centers around 79602

NameAddressPhone# of beds
Abilene Psychiatric Center
4225 Woods Place
Abilene, TX 79602
(325) 698-660028
Abilene Regional Medical Ctr
6250 Highway 83/84
Abilene, TX 79606
(915) 695-9900187
Hendrick Health System
1242 North 19th Street
Abilene, TX 79601
(915) 670-2000391

Restaurants, dining rooms and coffee shops in 79602

Restaurant nameAddressCuisinePhone
Ball RanchRR 5
Abilene, TX 79602
Barbecue915-698-2186
Ingle Ronnie Pit Bar-B-Q3910 S Treadaway Blvd
Abilene, TX 79602
Barbecue915-695-9924
Joe Allen's Pit Bar-B-Que Inc1233 S Treadaway Blvd
Abilene, TX 79602
Barbecue915-672-6082
Subway Sandwiches & Salads1050 S Treadaway Blvd
Abilene, TX 79602
Fast Food, Salads, Sandwiches915-676-2002
Taco Bell1902 Industrial Blvd
Abilene, TX 79602
Fast Food, Mexican915-698-2600

Crime Rates in Abilene, TX

Crime rates in Abilene, TX:

Total
5,572
Violent Crime
661
Murder & Manslaughter
9
Forcible Rape
89
Robbery
167
Aggravated Assault
396
Property Crime
4,911
Burglary
1,324
Larceny & Theft
3,295
Motor Vehicle Theft
292
Arson
31
Abilene, TX

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