ZIP 79821 — Economy & Jobs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Working ClassLow Snow Area

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in Anthony town, TX (79821)

Median Income

$58,171

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+309

Wealth inflow

Population

6,550

Unemployment

6.3%

2.6pp above US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 309 for ZIP 79821 (Anthony town, TX) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.

Economic Indicators

Unemployment

6.3%+71% vs US avg

Self-Employed

3.0%-51% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

22.3%+91% vs US avg

135

Establishments

2,114

Employees

~16 per establishment — small businesses dominate

Retail trade

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

Census ACS 5-Year (P0): occupation, industry, household income brackets.

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining4.2%
Construction5.9%
Manufacturing12.9%
Wholesale trade1.0%
Retail trade14.5%
Transportation, utilities7.3%
Information2.1%
Finance, insurance, real estate3.5%
Professional, scientific, management10.1%
Education, health care, social20.7%
Arts, entertainment, food services8.0%
Other services6.3%
Public administration3.5%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 79821 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population declined 7.0%, median income rose 21.8% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 14.6%.

Median Income

$58,171

-23% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate