ZIP Code 79252 in Quanah, TX

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Quanah, Texas
Counties:Hardeman County[Primary]
Cottle County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:22:07 PM
Population:2,847 [See All]
Area Code:940
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:34.3311, -99.7949
Land Area:529.076 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 79252 has 2,847 residents and 1,210 households (average 2.33 persons per household). The median age is 42.9 years, significantly older than the state (35.6) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.8% male and 51.2% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.4%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (79.7%, much higher than the state average of 50.1% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (20.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 20.3%, which is much lower than the state average (39.3%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:2,847Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:2,642Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:2,702Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:5.4 people per sq mile
Average Income:$60,778Source: Census ACS
Households:1,210Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$80,300Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.33Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.98Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--3,3563,2883,2133,1782,9552,9202,9963,0042,9543,0172,7682,7022,642
Decennial Census3,202------------------2,847------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 42.9

Male Median Age: 41.3

Female Median Age: 44.1

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male67101113987357631007881796610311178573728
Female6197851096752821019478848311511785634143
Total1281981982071401091452011721591631492182281631207871
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:2,27071.09%
Black:1253.91%
Hispanic:*57918.13%
Asian:180.56%
American Indian:140.44%
Hawaiian:40.13%
Other:1835.73%
Total:3,193100%
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:1,39048.82%41.3 years
Females:1,45751.18%44.1 years
Total:2,847100%42.9 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:2,49294.32%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:220.83%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:562.12%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:724.84%
Total Population:2,642100%
Total Native Population:2,51495.16%
Total Foreign-born Population:1284.84%
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 $60,778, which is considerably lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $24,960 (69.7%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $21,340. Family households earn a median of $65,590 versus $36,867 for nonfamily households (a difference of $28,723). By gender, male median income is $44,545 and female is $37,463, which is far less than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $7,082 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 62.4%, which is trails slightly the state rate (65.3%). The unemployment rate is 1.5%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (26.9%).

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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$35,818$32,151$35,373$35,050$35,179$32,925$35,865$40,455$39,438$45,469$55,938$59,244$60,778
Median Family Income$37,103$36,128$40,114$48,409$49,150$47,500$51,667$51,462$50,605$56,054$60,057$67,500$65,590
Median NonFamily Income$29,456$28,851$17,358$17,129$15,984$16,044$15,686$18,205$20,331$24,375$31,822$34,471$36,867
Median Male Income$34,432$33,850$33,173$38,750$44,531$37,419$39,338$42,317$41,758$40,297$38,816$42,892$44,545
Median Female Income$25,469$23,323$25,057$27,333$26,042$24,079$27,432$27,824$28,239$28,036$36,496$39,693$37,463
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 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:1,32661.47%
Unemployed:200.93%
Not In Labor Force:81137.60%
Total:2,157100%
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:35726.92%
Service:23817.95%
Sales and Office:34325.87%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1319.88%
Production, transportation, and material moving:25719.38%
Total Civilian Employed Population:1,326100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $80,300, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $31,300 (63.88%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $34,500. The median gross rent is $637, which is much lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $41 (6.88%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $155. Of occupied housing, owners make up 68.98% (31.26% with a mortgage, 68.74% free-and-clear) and renters 31.02% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 29.55%, which is markedly above the state rate (9.62%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$49,000$47,400$47,800$41,000$45,100$36,900$38,000$37,900$45,800$55,200$57,500$69,200$80,300
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:9128.62%
$500 to $999:15749.37%
$1,000 to $1,499:165.03%
$1,500 to $1,999:30.94%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:5116.04%
Total:318100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$596$606$462$444$473$473$496$560$482$447$583$559$637
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):22121.56%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):48647.41%
Renter Occupied:31831.02%
Total Occupied Housing Units:1,025100%

Occupied Housing Units:1,02570.45%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):43029.55%
Total Housing Units:1,455100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:1,12677.39%
Multi-Family Units:14910.24%
Other Units:18012.37%
Total Housing Units:1,455100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 14.20% 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 88.80%, which is on par with the state rate (85.70%). The uninsured rate is 13.10%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 41.90%, which is notably higher than the state rate (28.90%). The share of people in poverty is 11.50%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 11.00 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.50 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (46.09%). College enrollment is 14.80%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:874.37%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1376.88%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):71135.69%
Some college, no degree:59229.72%
Associate's degree:1829.14%
Bachelor's degree:25112.60%
Graduate or professional degree:321.61%
Total:1,992100%
High school or higher:1,76888.76%
Bachelor's degree or higher:28314.21%
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:1,61052.65%
Public Insurance:1,10436.10%
No Insurance:34411.25%
Total:3,058100%
Has Health Insurance:2,71488.75%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty22.5%27.9%24.8%24.8%10.0%8.2%9.3%8.5%12.0%10.6%10.1%10.0%11.5%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 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:163.38%
Kindergarten:6012.68%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):21846.09%
High school (grades 9-12):10923.04%
College or graduate school:7014.80%
Total:473100%
Early Childhood:7616.07%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):38781.82%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 79252 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 74 business establishments, employing about 714 people with an annual payroll of $34,579,000. USPS data shows 1,160 residential mailboxes and 57 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:1,160Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:57Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:1,449Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:1,047Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:113Source: USPS
# of Businesses:74Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$8,410,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$34,579,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:714Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 79252 is located in Hardeman County, Texas, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Texas's 13rd Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 79252. It covers 529.076 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.584 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:529.076 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:1.584 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:13Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:38349.24 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:4860044Source: Census
Place Name:Quanah city; TexasSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


79255 | | 79251

Schools in ZIP Code 79252


ZIP Code 79252 is in the Quanah Independent School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 3 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Quanah H S 501 W 7th
Quanah, TX 79252
District: Quanah Independent School District
Reagan El 205 E 8th St
Quanah, TX 79252
District: Quanah Independent School District
Travis Middle 600 W 7th
Quanah, TX 79252
District: Quanah Independent School District
St Paul Lutheran School 4405 Hospital Dr
Vernon, TX 76384
District: Private SchoolNearby
Notre Dame Catholic School 2821 Lansing Blvd
Wichita Falls, TX 76309
District: Private SchoolNearby
Dexter 719 Scott Ave Ste 200
Wichita Falls, TX 76301
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 79252


Vernon College 4400 College Dr.
Vernon, TX 76384-4092
Type: Post Secondary
Southwest Technology Center 711 W. Tamarack
Altus, OK 73521
Type: Post Secondary
Western Oklahoma State College 2801 N Main St
Altus, OK 73521-1397
Type: Post Secondary
Clarendon College 1122 College Drive
Clarendon, TX 79226
Type: Post Secondary
Western Technology Center 621 Sooner Drive
Burns Flat, OK 73624-1469
Type: Post Secondary
Great Plains Technology Center 4500 W Lee Blvd
Lawton, OK 73505-8399
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 October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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