79701 ZIP Code
Midland, Texas
December 30, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 79701 |
| City/Town: | Midland |
| County: | Midland |
| State: | Texas |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 28,461 |
| Median Household Income: | $57,500 |
| Per Capita Income: | $35,125 |
| Total Housing Units: | 11,597 |
| Median Home Value: | $186,900 |
| Land Area: | 12.1 sq miles
31.3 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.0 sq miles
0.0 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 31.9924, -102.0810 |
Population Information (79701 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 28,461 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 14,745 | 51.8% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 13,716 | 48.2% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 31.5 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 2,301 | 8.1% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 2,656 | 9.3% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 2,399 | 8.4% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 2,335 | 8.2% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,653 | 5.8% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 4,011 | 14.1% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 3,928 | 13.8% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 2,979 | 10.5% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,327 | 4.7% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,586 | 5.6% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 2,086 | 7.3% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 879 | 3.1% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 321 | 1.1% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (79701 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $186,900 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.2 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,222 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 11,597 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 10,368 | 89.4% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,229 | 10.6% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 6,643 | 64.1% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 3,725 | 35.9% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (79701 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 17,117 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 2,564 | 15.0% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 2,663 | 15.6% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 4,042 | 23.6% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 3,664 | 21.4% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,373 | 8.0% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,927 | 11.3% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 884 | 5.2% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 69.5% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 16.4% | 34.3% |
Income Information (79701 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $57,500 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $81,291 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $69,084 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $35,125 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (79701 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 13,545 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 13,069 | 96.5% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 476 | 3.5% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 7,071 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 10,810 | 82.7% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,390 | 10.6% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 838 | 6.4% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 31 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (79701 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 15,052 | 52.9% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 3,257 | 11.4% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 326 | 1.1% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 83 | 0.3% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 3,406 | 12.0% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 6,337 | 22.3% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 9,003 | 31.6% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 18,099 | 63.6% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 16,831 | 59.1% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 187 | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 48 | 0.2% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 1,033 | 3.6% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (79701 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 782 | 7.5% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 561 | 5.4% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 991 | 9.6% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 995 | 9.6% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,194 | 11.5% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,713 | 16.5% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,228 | 11.8% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,307 | 12.6% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 887 | 8.6% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 710 | 6.8% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (79701 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 9,940 | 76.1% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 2,240 | 17.1% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 43 | 0.3% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 112 | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 179 | 1.4% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 384 | 2.9% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 18.8 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (79701 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 1,982 | 15.2% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,414 | 10.8% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 671 | 5.1% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 322 | 2.5% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,618 | 12.4% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 1,098 | 8.4% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 206 | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 498 | 3.8% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 813 | 6.2% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 2,236 | 17.1% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,156 | 8.8% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 760 | 5.8% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 295 | 2.3% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (79701 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 20.9% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (79701 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 21,035 | 73.9% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 15,990 | 56.2% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 6,908 | 24.3% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 6,823 | 24.0% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (79701 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 8,467 | 81.7% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,579 | 24.9% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,223 | 11.8% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 666 | 6.4% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 311 | 3.0% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 1,486 | 14.3% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (79701 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 7,475 | 64.5% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 368 | 3.2% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 237 | 2.0% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 505 | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 471 | 4.1% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 422 | 3.6% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 916 | 7.9% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 1,198 | 10.3% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 5 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (79701 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 36 | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 1,970 | 17.0% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 578 | 5.0% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,262 | 10.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 647 | 5.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 814 | 7.0% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,168 | 10.1% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 3,346 | 28.9% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 1,244 | 10.7% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 532 | 4.6% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (79701 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 402 | 3.5% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,306 | 11.3% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 3,231 | 27.9% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 4,992 | 43.0% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,448 | 12.5% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 218 | 1.9% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (79701 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 5,318 | 51.3% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 32 | 0.3% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 4,901 | 47.3% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 78 | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 16 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 23 | 0.2% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (79701 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 768 | 7.4% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 3,269 | 31.5% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 3,675 | 35.4% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 2,656 | 25.6% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (79701 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 513 | 7.7% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 1,121 | 16.9% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 822 | 12.4% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,010 | 15.2% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 2,066 | 31.1% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 737 | 11.1% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 336 | 5.1% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 38 | 0.6% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (79701 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,693 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $573 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,222 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.83 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.40 | 2.38 |
Households (79701 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 10,368 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 4,553 | 43.9% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 2,327 | 22.4% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,912 | 18.4% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 3,240 | 31.3% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 4,420 | 42.6% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 2,743 | 26.5% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.68 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.29 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (79701 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 10,624 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 3,980 | 37.5% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 4,974 | 46.8% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 197 | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,214 | 11.4% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 3,325 | 31.3% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (79701 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 7,732 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 336 | 4.3% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 612 | 7.9% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 4,065 | 52.6% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,668 | 21.6% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,051 | 13.6% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (79701 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 19,734 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 845 | 4.3% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 27,858 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 3,335 | 12.0% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 125 | 3.7% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,686 | 50.6% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,524 | 45.7% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (79701 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 23,653 | 83.1% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 4,476 | 15.7% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 2,517 | 56.2% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,873 | 41.8% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 856 | 19.1% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 86 | 1.9% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (79701 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 23,075 | 81.1% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 364 | 1.3% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 5,386 | 1479.7% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 5,386 | 1479.7% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 5,386 | 1479.7% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 18 | 4.9% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 82 | 22.5% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 5,203 | 1429.4% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (79701 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 26,160 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 13,189 | 50.4% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 12,971 | 49.6% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 12,766 | 48.8% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 40 | 0.2% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 83 | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 82 | 0.3% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (79701 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 10,368 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 9,643 | 93.0% | 89.4% |
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