The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 79714 sells for about $298,900, or $163 per square foot.
Prices are up +20.83% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 47 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,100 a month.
ZIP 79714 — Andrews
The housing market in 79714 is showing signs of resilience, driven by steady demand from the energy sector. While inventory remains tight, price growth has been robust year-over-year, reflecting the area's role as a key hub in the Permian Basin.
This ZIP code is well-suited for families and energy-sector workers seeking a stable, community-oriented environment with a lower cost of living compared to major metropolitan areas.
Median prices moved up 20.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 47 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
27% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.8% · poverty 16.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
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ZCTA 79714, Andrews County TX
Crime rates in Andrews are generally lower than the national average, with the area maintaining a relatively stable safety profile compared to other rural West Texas communities.
The area is served by the Andrews Independent School District, which is generally regarded as the primary educational provider for the region with standard state accountability ratings.
The region faces moderate risks related to wind and occasional severe weather typical of the Permian Basin, with standard property insurance coverage available.
The local economy is heavily anchored by the energy and oilfield services sector, which drives significant economic momentum and infrastructure investment in the Permian Basin.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Texas) — Senior (65+) and Disabled Homestead Exemption and School Tax Ceiling: Grants an additional mandatory $10,000 exemption from ISD appraised value (Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100,000 - $10,000) and establishes an absolute statutory tax freeze (school tax ceiling): total ISD property taxes cannot exceed the dollar ceiling established in the… State (Texas) — General Residence Homestead Exemption and 10% Valuation Growth Cap: Imposes mandatory state-level valuation deductions and growth limitations on the qualifying homestead: (1) Mandates a $100,000 deduction from appraised value for independent school district (ISD) maintenance and operations/debt taxation: Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100… State (Texas) — Ad Valorem Real Property Taxation and Assessment Ratio: Mandates ad valorem appraisal of all real property at 100% of fair market value as of January 1 each tax year (Assessment Ratio = 1.00).
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with an average travel time of approximately 21.6 minutes to local employment hubs.
The area features local parks and community facilities, with access to regional outdoor activities and shopping centers located within the city of Andrews.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand driven by the energy sector workforce, with limited vacancy pressure and moderate rent growth.
The economy is dominated by the oil and gas industry, with major employers focused on extraction, production, and support services for the Permian Basin.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, serving as a regional hub for the surrounding rural areas of West Texas.
Development is largely focused on supporting the energy sector and residential growth to accommodate the local workforce.
The Andrews Central Appraisal District manages property assessments for all taxing jurisdictions within the county.
Parcels are subject to levies from the Andrews ISD, Andrews County, and the city of Andrews.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and the prevalence of energy-related infrastructure.
Data aggregated from Census Bureau and Data USA profiles for Andrews, TX.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Western Grill Steak House417.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Historic anchor of the county seat.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.