ZIP Code 79536: Merkel, Texas
Merkel, TX uses ZIP code 79536, which falls within Taylor County, Texas. Its reference point is at latitude 32.4444 and longitude -99.9924 (32°26'39.8"N 99°59'32.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 79536
79536 is the only ZIP code listed for Merkel, TX in our directory.
Across Taylor County there are 18 ZIP codes listed, and Texas has 2,742 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 79563 in Tye, TX, about 7.2 mi to the east.
| ZIP code | 79536 |
|---|---|
| City | Merkel |
| County | Taylor County |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Latitude | 32.4444 |
| Longitude | -99.9924 |
| DMS | 32°26'39.8"N 99°59'32.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 79563 (Tye, 7.2 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 79536
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ZIP Codes Near 79536
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 79536, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 79536, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Tye, TX (7.2 mi east), Trent, TX (8.0 mi northwest) and Dyess Afb, TX (10 mi east). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Tye, TX – 7.2 mi east
- Trent, TX – 8.0 mi northwest
- Dyess Afb, TX – 10 mi east
- Abilene, TX – 11 mi southeast
- Hawley, TX – 14 mi north
- Buffalo Gap, TX – 15 mi southeast
Schools Near Merkel, TX
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Parks and Outdoor Recreation
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Hospitals and Healthcare
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Residents of ZIP code 79536 may also use facilities in nearby Tye, Trent and Dyess Afb.
Shopping and Dining in Merkel
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Libraries and Historical Places
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To research local history, try searching for Taylor County records and archives along with the name Merkel.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 79536, Tye lies about 7.2 mi to the east, Trent lies about 8.0 mi to the northwest, Dyess Afb lies about 10 mi to the east, Abilene lies about 11 mi to the southeast and Hawley lies about 14 mi to the north. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
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Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 79536
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