Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 79536
Quick facts and FAQs on the 79536 ZIP Code
Frequently asked questions and answers about the 79536 ZIP Code (Merkel, TX)
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What region of the U.S. is ZIP Code 79536 associated with?
The 79536 ZIP Code is primarily associated with Merkel, TX in the United States.
2
What U.S. county is ZIP Code 79536 located in?
The 79536 ZIP Code is located in Taylor County in the state of Texas.
3
What is the current population estimate for ZIP Code 79536?
The ZIP Code 79536 has a current population estimate of 5,258, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
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What is the racial composition of ZIP Code 79536?
The most common race in 79536 (race alone or in combination with one or more other races), is White (95.2%), followed by Some other race (2.6%) . In this region, 99.7% of residents are one race, while 0.3% are two or more races.
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What is the average age of residents in ZIP Code 79536?
Residents of ZIP Code 79536 have a median age of 43.3 years. People aged 45 to 54 years make up approximately 16.5% of the population in 79536, the largest percentage of any age group.
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Is the population in ZIP Code 79536 older or younger than average?
Residents of ZIP Code 79536 are older than average. The median age of 43.3 years in ZIP Code 79536 is approximately 13.65% higher than the overall median age in the U.S. of 38.1 years.
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How many residents in ZIP Code 79536 are senior citizens?
An estimated 19.8% of residents in ZIP Code 79536 are of age 62 years and older.
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8
What portion of the population in ZIP Code 79536 is of voting age?
According to U.S. Census Bureau data, approximately 73% of residents in the 79536 ZIP Code are in the voting age population (18 and over).
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When were most homes built in ZIP Code 79536?
Approximately 15.5% of homes in ZIP Code 79536 were built between 1980 and 1989. This is, relatively speaking, the largest of percentage of any time range. Additionally, 14.0% of homes in the region were built between 1970 and 1979.
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What is the per capita income in ZIP Code 79536?
The per capita income in ZIP Code 79536 of $26,773 is approximately 21.49% less than the per capita income in the U.S. overall of $34,103.
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What income range is most common for those living in ZIP Code 79536?
An estimated 21.3% of the residents in 79536 earn $50,000 to $74,999 per year, the highest percentage of any range, while 14.7% earn $35,000 to $49,999 per year.
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Are any residents of ZIP Code 79536 living below the poverty line?
An estimated 7.9% of the population is living below the poverty line in this region. This rate is approximately 16.84% lower than the overall poverty rate in the U.S. of 9.5%.
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How many residents in ZIP Code 79536 are high school graduates?
In ZIP Code 79536, 90.6% of the population graduated high school. In this region, 2.7% achieved an education level less than 9th grade, while 6.7% attended 9th to 12th grade, but did not receive a diploma.
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How many residents in ZIP Code 79536 are college graduates?
In ZIP Code 79536, 14.6% of the population has a Bachelor's degree or higher. An estimated 27.6% attended some college, but did not receive a degree.
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What is the highest level of education attained for the typical resident in ZIP Code 79536?
An estimated 42.3% of the residents in 79536 reached the level of high school graduate (includes equivalency), the highest percentage of any level. Additionally, 27.6% reached the level of some college, no degree.
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What is the most frequent language spoken in home in ZIP Code 79536?
In ZIP Code 79536, approximately 89.4% of the population in 79536 list "English only" as the language spoken in home. This is the most common in-home language spoken in the region.
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Other than English, what is the most common language spoken in home in the 79536 ZIP Code?
An estimated 8.3% of residents in ZIP Code 79536 speak Spanish at home. This is the most common language spoken in home, other than English.
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How is the air quality in ZIP Code 79536?
The current air quality level in ZIP Code 79536, according to the Common Air Quality Index (CAQI) air quality index, is: Fair.
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20
Which area codes are associated with ZIP Code 79536?
Telephone area codes that are frequently associated with ZIP Code 79536 include: 325.
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Are there more females or males in ZIP Code 79536?
There are more females than males in ZIP Code 79536. Females comprise approximately 53.2% of the population, while males make up an estimated 46.8%.
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How common is broadband Internet service in ZIP Code 79536?
An estimated 70.9% of households in ZIP Code 79536 have broadband Internet service. Approximately 94.0% of households in the region have a computer in home.
23
Does ZIP Code 79536 have good solar power potential?
The 79536 ZIP Code has above average solar power potential when compared to the U.S. as a whole. This region's average solar radiation level of 5.95kWh/m2/day is 20.2% greater than the overall U.S. daily average.
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What job industry do residents of ZIP Code 79536 work in most frequently?
An estimated 27.6% of the employed population 16 years and over in ZIP Code 79536 work in educational services, and health care and social assistance. This is the largest percentage of any job industry.
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How many people in ZIP Code 79536 do not have health insurance?
Approximately 17.4% of adults aged 18 to 64 in ZIP Code 79536 are uninsured and do not have health insurance.
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