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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 79821 has 6,416 residents and 1,767 households (average 3.15 persons per household). The median age is 36.0 years, about the same as the state (35.6) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 56.1% male and 43.9% female, which is higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are Hispanic or Latino (86.4%) and White (43.0%, much lower than the state average of 50.1% and well below the national average of 61.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 86.4%, which is much higher than the national average (18.7%), and Other / Two or More Races share is much higher than both the state (13.6%) and national averages (8.4%).

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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:	6,416Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	6,550Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	6,057Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	571.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$58,171Source: Census ACS

Households:	1,767Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$135,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	3.15Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.03Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	7,740	7,305	6,845	6,925	6,822	7,011	7,269	7,482	7,136	7,044	6,645	6,678	6,550
Decennial Census	7,142	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	6,416	--	--	--

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: 36

Male Median Age: 36.3

Female Median Age: 35.6

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Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	163	240	226	282	233	256	309	302	273	291	234	235	184	143	95	48	49	34
Female	157	213	233	242	163	186	184	188	211	175	173	180	153	135	82	64	32	48
Total	320	453	459	524	396	442	493	490	484	466	407	415	337	278	177	112	81	82

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	2,761	27.36%
Black:	104	1.03%
Hispanic:*	5,546	54.95%
Asian:	31	0.31%
American Indian:	134	1.33%
Hawaiian:	3	0.03%
Other:	1,514	15.00%
Total:	10,093	100%

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.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	3,597	56.06%	36.3 years
Females:	2,819	43.94%	35.6 years
Total:	6,416	100%	36.0 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	4,682	71.48%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	132	2.02%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	814	12.43%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	922	26.50%
Total Population:	6,550	100%
Total Native Population:	4,814	73.50%
Total Foreign-born Population:	1,736	26.50%

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 $58,171, which is considerably lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $28,807 (98.1%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $21,088. Family households earn a median of $59,073 versus $31,125 for nonfamily households (a difference of $27,948). By gender, male median income is $47,807 and female is $36,063, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $11,744 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 48.9%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (65.3%). The unemployment rate is 6.3%, which is above the state rate (5.1%). The largest occupation group is Sales (24.6%).

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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)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$29,364	$30,222	$30,810	$31,463	$33,217	$36,322	$38,011	$36,513	$37,083	$40,556	$46,950	$55,047	$58,171
Median Family Income	$35,386	$33,170	$33,115	$33,116	$34,000	$36,597	$37,664	$36,369	$36,495	$43,056	$55,081	$61,222	$59,073
Median NonFamily Income	$15,625	$14,735	$17,708	$16,971	$20,865	$25,096	$24,167	$19,231	$18,942	$0	$0	$24,875	$31,125
Median Male Income	$27,125	$26,033	$28,750	$26,491	$27,316	$26,060	$27,412	$26,220	$30,625	$34,120	$40,588	$46,996	$47,807
Median Female Income	$24,224	$21,971	$23,250	$23,089	$25,513	$26,176	$27,480	$26,046	$28,920	$28,102	$32,740	$37,518	$36,063

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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

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Employment Status

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Employed:	2,380	45.80%
Unemployed:	161	3.10%
Not In Labor Force:	2,655	51.10%
Total:	5,196	100%

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)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	563	23.66%
Service:	414	17.39%
Sales and Office:	585	24.58%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	357	15.00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	461	19.37%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	2,380	100%

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 $135,700, which is considerably lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $55,300 (68.78%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $33,700. The median gross rent is $973, which is much lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $437 (81.53%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $140. Of occupied housing, owners make up 77.65% (47.69% with a mortgage, 52.31% free-and-clear) and renters 22.35% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 7.91%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (10.43%).

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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)

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

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Home Value	$80,400	$90,900	$92,700	$96,200	$94,400	$94,800	$94,100	$96,800	$102,000	$100,600	$97,800	$145,000	$135,700

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	55	13.38%
$500 to $999:	132	32.12%
$1,000 to $1,499:	105	25.55%
$1,500 to $1,999:	53	12.90%
$2,000 to $2,499:	0	0.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:	0	0.00%
$3,000 or more:	0	0.00%
No Rent:	66	16.06%
Total:	411	100%

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

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Rent	$536	$571	$602	$587	$564	$572	$610	$722	$833	$829	$828	$977	$973

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	681	37.03%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	747	40.62%
Renter Occupied:	411	22.35%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	1,839	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	1,839	92.09%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	158	7.91%
Total Housing Units:	1,997	100%

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

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

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Single-Family Units:	1,419	71.06%
Multi-Family Units:	174	8.71%
Other Units:	404	20.23%
Total Housing Units:	1,997	100%

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

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 11.90% 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 75.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 23.90%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 44.70%, which is falls below the national rate (67.30%). The share of people in poverty is 16.80%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.70%), down 12.30 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 7.50 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 (39.53%). College enrollment is 26.43%, which is on par with the state rate (23.90%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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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)

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Less than 9th grade:	665	14.88%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	452	10.12%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	1,371	30.68%
Some college, no degree:	1,044	23.37%
Associate's degree:	405	9.06%
Bachelor's degree:	403	9.02%
Graduate or professional degree:	128	2.86%
Total:	4,468	100%
High school or higher:	3,351	75.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	531	11.88%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Private Insurance:	2,509	42.68%
Public Insurance:	2,024	34.43%
No Insurance:	1,345	22.88%
Total:	5,878	100%
Has Health Insurance:	4,533	77.12%

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)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	29.1%	29.1%	27.9%	26.4%	26.2%	23.3%	22.9%	25.4%	24.3%	21.1%	19.7%	16.8%	16.8%

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)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	85	4.90%
Kindergarten:	137	7.91%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	685	39.53%
High school (grades 9-12):	368	21.23%
College or graduate school:	458	26.43%
Total:	1,733	100%
Early Childhood:	222	12.81%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	1,190	68.67%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Anthony, Texas
City Alias:	Vinton
County:	El Paso County
Timezone:	Mountain (GMT -07:00)
Local Time:	7:28:36 PM
Population:	6,416 [See All]
Area Code:	915
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	31.9683, -106.6014
Land Area:	11.231 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/79821/zip-code-79821.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	1,923Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	160Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	2,065Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	1,020Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	0Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	135Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$24,506,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$96,170,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	2,114Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	El Paso, TXSource: Census
CBSA Number:	21340Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	869,606Source: Census
MSA:	El Paso, TX MSASource: Census
Land Area:	11.231 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.128 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	02,16Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	308.75, 710.35 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	--Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	4803432Source: Census
Place Name:	Anthony town; TexasSource: Census

ZIP Code 79821 in Anthony, TX

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

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

Average Household Income

Employment Status

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

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

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

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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

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

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 79821

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 79821

Sources & References