ZIP Code 76597 in Gatesville, TX

Data Last Updated: January 1, 2026
City:Gatesville, Texas
Names to Avoid:
Alfred P Hughes Unit
County:Coryell County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:04:37 PM
Population:3,233 [See All]
Area Code:254
Classification:Unique [Company/Government]
Coordinates:31.4864, -97.7068
Land Area:1.336 sq mi
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76597 - Alfred P Hughes Unit

Gatesville, TX | Coryell County | Institution

Alfred P Hughes Unit

Entity TypeInstitution
LocationGatesville, TX
CountyCoryell
FacilityPost Office
Coordinates31.4879, -97.7039
CoverageCampus (Boundary covers 0.11 sq mi)
Key Facts
  • Exclusive ZIP dedicated to institutional mail
  • Has own Post Office designation
  • Delivers to 1 business address (no residential delivery)
  • TDCJ correctional facility in Gatesville prison cluster
Entity Type
Institution
Facility
Post Office
Coordinates
31.4879, -97.7039
Delivery Type
Business

About ZIP Code 76597

The Alfred P. Hughes Unit, a Texas Department of Criminal Justice correctional facility, operates under dedicated ZIP code 76597 in Coryell County, Texas. The unit is part of the Gatesville prison complex, which serves as the hub of TDCJ's female correctional system in Texas. Multiple TDCJ units in the Gatesville area share facilities and programs, including the Special Alternative Incarceration Program (SAIP) boot camp for females and various substance abuse treatment programs.

The 2020 Census counted 3,233 residents, with 99.9% in institutional group quarters, consistent with an incarcerated population. The median age of 41.2 years is typical for adult correctional facilities. This 0.11-square-mile boundary covers the facility grounds. Postal records show a single ZIP+4 code. This dedicated postal identity has served the facility for over two decades. Gatesville serves as the valid mailing city.

Census Data
Population:3,233
Median Age:41.2
Housing Units:5
Delivery Points
Residential:0
Business:1

Address Format

[Recipient Name]
[Street Address]
GATESVILLE, TX 76597
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 76597 has 3,233 residents and 0 households. The median age is 41.2 years, older than the state (35.6) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 91.0% male and 9.0% female, which is much higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are Black or African American (36.1%, much higher than the state average of 12.2% and well above the national average of 12.4%) and White (35.1%, much lower than the state average of 50.1% and well below the national average of 61.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 29.1%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (12.2%) and national averages (12.4%) and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than both the state (13.6%) and national averages (8.4%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:3,233Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:3,333Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:2,419.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:$0Source: Census ACS
Households:0Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$0Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:0.00Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:0.00Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--5531,4301,9712,3542,7862,8322,8162,8172,657173,3043,1233,333
Decennial Census2,882------------------3,233------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 41.2

Male Median Age: 41.3

Female Median Age: 40.7

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male0007178314381473472400315248115363000
Female0003128595462491216961000
Total00010190322440527534449327264124424000
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,13627.22%
Black:1,16627.94%
Hispanic:*94022.53%
Asian:150.36%
American Indian:10.02%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:91521.93%
Total:4,173100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:2,94291.00%41.3 years
Females:2919.00%40.7 years
Total:3,233100%41.2 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:3,17895.35%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:200.60%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1354.65%
Total Population:3,333100%
Total Native Population:3,17895.35%
Total Foreign-born Population:1554.65%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $0, which is far less than the state median ($76,292), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $20,054 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($49,838), with a current gap of $20,054 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 0.0%, which is far less than the state rate (65.3%).

Explore More:Income Over TimeHousehold IncomeEmployment StatusBy Occupation

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Family Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median NonFamily Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$27,321$21,786$20,054
Median Female Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:00.00%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:3,333100.00%
Total:3,333100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:00%
Service:00%
Sales and Office:00%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:0100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 5.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 70.90%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). Insufficient data for health insurance coverage. Insufficient data for poverty. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (73.68%). College enrollment is 73.68%, which is markedly above the state rate (23.90%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

Explore More:Educational AttainmentHealth InsurancePoverty Over TimeSchool Enrollment

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:2788.73%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:64920.38%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):1,39243.72%
Some college, no degree:58818.47%
Associate's degree:1143.58%
Bachelor's degree:712.23%
Graduate or professional degree:922.89%
Total:3,184100%
High school or higher:2,25770.89%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1635.12%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:00%
Public Insurance:00%
No Insurance:00%
Total:0100%
Has Health Insurance:00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):00.00%
High school (grades 9-12):6026.32%
College or graduate school:16873.68%
Total:228100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):6026.32%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 76597 is assigned to a single organization or institution. Detailed business demographics are not published for unique ZIP Codes. USPS data shows 0 residential mailboxes and 1 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:1Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:1Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:0Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$0Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$0Source: CBP
# of Employees:0Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 76597 is located in Coryell County, Texas, within the Killeen-Temple, TX Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 28660) and Texas's 31st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 485,850 people, about 0.67% of whom live in ZIP Code 76597. It covers 1.336 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Killeen-Temple, TXSource: Census
CBSA Number:28660Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:485,850Source: Census
MSA:Killeen-Temple, TX MSASource: Census
Land Area:1.336 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:31Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:2154.49 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:4829168Source: Census
Place Name:Gatesville city; TexasSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


76598 | | 76596

Schools in ZIP Code 76597


We could not locate which school district 76597 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Leon Valley 3201 Fm 929
Gatesville, TX 76528
District: Lometa Independent School DistrictNearby
Gatesville El 2537 E Main St
Gatesville, TX 76528
District: Gatesville Independent School DistrictNearby
Gatesville H S 205 S Lovers Ln
Gatesville, TX 76528
District: Gatesville Independent School DistrictNearby
Gatesville J H 307 S Lovers Ln
Gatesville, TX 76528
District: Gatesville Independent School DistrictNearby
Gatesville Pri 308 Hornet Way
Gatesville, TX 76528
District: Gatesville Independent School DistrictNearby
Killeen Adventist Junior Academy 3412 Lake Rd
Killeen, TX 76543
District: Private SchoolNearby
Oak Creek Academy 1020 Trimmier Rd
Killeen, TX 76541
District: Private SchoolNearby
Creative Child Learning Arts Academy 2 2300 S Clear Creek Rd Ste 300
Killeen, TX 76549
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 76597


Yahweh Beauty Academy 431 North 38th Street
Killeen, TX 76543-4153
Type: Post Secondary
Vista College-Killeen 1001 S Fort Hood St
Killeen, TX 76541
Type: Post Secondary
Central Texas College 6200 West Central Texas Expressway
Killeen, TX 76549-4199
Type: Post Secondary
Texas A&M University-Central Texas 1001 Leadership Place
Killeen, TX 76549
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Mary Hardin-Baylor 900 College St
Belton, TX 76513-2599
Type: Post Secondary
Mclennan Community College 1400 College Dr
Waco, TX 76708
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on January 1, 2026.

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