79705 ZIP Code
Midland, Texas
December 13, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 79705 |
| City/Town: | Midland |
| County: | Midland |
| State: | Texas |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 41,140 |
| Median Household Income: | $95,939 |
| Per Capita Income: | $55,786 |
| Total Housing Units: | 19,019 |
| Median Home Value: | $316,200 |
| Land Area: | 79.4 sq miles
205.7 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.1 sq miles
0.4 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 32.1041, -102.0598 |
Population Information (79705 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 41,140 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 22,059 | 53.6% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 19,081 | 46.4% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 32.1 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 3,561 | 8.7% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 3,251 | 7.9% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 2,801 | 6.8% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 2,043 | 5.0% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 2,474 | 6.0% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 9,011 | 21.9% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 5,055 | 12.3% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 4,012 | 9.8% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,887 | 4.6% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 2,427 | 5.9% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 2,425 | 5.9% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,393 | 3.4% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 800 | 1.9% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (79705 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $316,200 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.4 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,426 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 19,019 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 17,513 | 92.1% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,506 | 7.9% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 12,049 | 68.8% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 5,464 | 31.2% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (79705 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 27,010 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 1,445 | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,506 | 5.6% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 5,221 | 19.3% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 6,311 | 23.4% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 2,090 | 7.7% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 7,898 | 29.2% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 2,539 | 9.4% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 89.1% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 38.6% | 34.3% |
Income Information (79705 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $95,939 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $127,132 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $118,446 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $55,786 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (79705 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 22,213 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 21,473 | 96.7% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 740 | 3.3% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 8,789 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 17,748 | 82.7% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 2,150 | 10.0% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,575 | 7.3% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (79705 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 27,015 | 65.7% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 3,399 | 8.3% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 163 | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 200 | 0.5% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 6 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 3,738 | 9.1% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 6,619 | 16.1% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 9,386 | 22.8% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 17,841 | 43.4% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 15,790 | 38.4% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 212 | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 444 | 1.1% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 1,395 | 3.4% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (79705 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 1,325 | 7.6% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 288 | 1.6% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 724 | 4.1% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 1,303 | 7.4% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,285 | 7.3% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,663 | 9.5% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 2,492 | 14.2% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 3,185 | 18.2% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 2,294 | 13.1% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 2,954 | 16.9% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (79705 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 17,723 | 82.5% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,549 | 7.2% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 36 | 0.2% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 199 | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 178 | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 1,563 | 7.3% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 21.2 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (79705 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 5,303 | 24.7% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,538 | 7.2% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 911 | 4.2% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 600 | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,944 | 9.1% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 1,567 | 7.3% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 263 | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 927 | 4.3% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 2,049 | 9.5% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 3,731 | 17.4% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 949 | 4.4% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 802 | 3.7% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 889 | 4.1% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (79705 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 10.8% | 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 (79705 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 35,444 | 86.2% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 29,441 | 71.6% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 9,829 | 23.9% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 5,517 | 13.4% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (79705 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 15,190 | 86.7% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 3,331 | 19.0% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 3,055 | 17.4% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 439 | 2.5% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 345 | 2.0% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 834 | 4.8% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (79705 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 12,055 | 63.4% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 670 | 3.5% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 175 | 0.9% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 616 | 3.2% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 1,223 | 6.4% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 1,386 | 7.3% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 1,838 | 9.7% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 1,056 | 5.6% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (79705 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 233 | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 5,447 | 28.6% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,551 | 8.2% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,799 | 9.5% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 2,855 | 15.0% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 2,611 | 13.7% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,684 | 8.9% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 2,396 | 12.6% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 291 | 1.5% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 152 | 0.8% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (79705 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 353 | 1.9% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 2,995 | 15.7% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 3,242 | 17.0% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 7,577 | 39.8% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 4,180 | 22.0% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 672 | 3.5% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (79705 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 8,488 | 48.5% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 361 | 2.1% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 8,617 | 49.2% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 47 | 0.3% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (79705 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 736 | 4.2% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 6,445 | 36.8% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 6,351 | 36.3% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 3,981 | 22.7% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (79705 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 803 | 6.7% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 464 | 3.9% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 284 | 2.4% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 837 | 6.9% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 3,004 | 24.9% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 5,214 | 43.3% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 877 | 7.3% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 566 | 4.7% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (79705 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,130 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $729 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,426 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.49 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 1.91 | 2.38 |
Households (79705 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 17,513 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 7,772 | 44.4% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 3,997 | 22.8% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 4,901 | 28.0% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 3,794 | 21.7% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 6,325 | 36.1% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 3,502 | 20.0% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.31 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.00 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (79705 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 17,246 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 5,667 | 32.9% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 8,952 | 51.9% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 658 | 3.8% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,633 | 9.5% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 3,454 | 20.0% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (79705 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 10,109 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 628 | 6.2% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 801 | 7.9% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 4,526 | 44.8% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,663 | 16.5% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 2,491 | 24.6% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (79705 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 30,420 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 2,035 | 6.7% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 40,961 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 5,307 | 13.0% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 413 | 7.8% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,836 | 53.4% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 2,058 | 38.8% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (79705 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 33,921 | 82.5% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 6,418 | 15.6% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 2,898 | 45.2% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 2,857 | 44.5% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 950 | 14.8% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 663 | 10.3% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (79705 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 36,436 | 88.6% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 273 | 0.7% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 4,704 | 1723.1% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 4,704 | 1723.1% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 4,704 | 1723.1% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 185 | 67.8% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 565 | 207.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 6 | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 3,492 | 1279.1% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 6 | 2.2% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (79705 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 37,579 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 26,968 | 71.8% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 10,611 | 28.2% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 9,392 | 25.0% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 96 | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 133 | 0.4% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 990 | 2.6% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (79705 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 17,513 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 16,595 | 94.8% | 89.4% |
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