ZIP Code 79606: Abilene, Texas
ZIP code 79606 covers part or all of Abilene in Taylor County, Texas. Its reference point is at latitude 32.392 and longitude -99.7746 (32°23'31.2"N 99°46'28.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 79606
Abilene, TX has 10 ZIP codes in our directory. Besides 79606, they include 79601, 79602, 79603, 79604, 79605, 79608, 79697, 79698 and 1 more.
Across Taylor County there are 18 ZIP codes listed, and Texas has 2,742 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 79605 in Abilene, TX, about 2.8 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 79606 |
|---|---|
| City | Abilene |
| County | Taylor County |
| State | Texas (TX) |
| Latitude | 32.392 |
| Longitude | -99.7746 |
| DMS | 32°23'31.2"N 99°46'28.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 79605 (Abilene, 2.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 79606
Map centered on 32.392, -99.7746. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Abilene, TX
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ZIP Codes Near 79606
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 79606, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 79606, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Dyess Afb, TX (3.3 mi northwest), Tye, TX (6.7 mi northwest) and Buffalo Gap, TX (7.4 mi south). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Dyess Afb, TX – 3.3 mi northwest
- Tye, TX – 6.7 mi northwest
- Buffalo Gap, TX – 7.4 mi south
- Tuscola, TX – 11 mi south
- Merkel, TX – 13 mi west
- Clyde, TX – 15 mi east
Schools Near Abilene, TX
If you are moving to ZIP code 79606, check the school district serving Abilene and Taylor County to confirm which public schools serve your street address.
Searching nearby communities such as Dyess Afb and Tye can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 79606.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Abilene. Zoom out to look for larger parks and nature areas beyond the ZIP code 79606 area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Abilene, TX can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 79606 may also use facilities in nearby Dyess Afb, Tye and Buffalo Gap.
Shopping and Dining in Abilene
For places to eat and shop near Abilene, TX, the searches below show up-to-date listings around ZIP code 79606.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Abilene, Texas can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 79606.
To research local history, try searching for Taylor County records and archives along with the name Abilene.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 79606, Dyess Afb lies about 3.3 mi to the northwest, Tye lies about 6.7 mi to the northwest, Buffalo Gap lies about 7.4 mi to the south, Tuscola lies about 11 mi to the south and Merkel lies about 13 mi to the west. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Abilene show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 79606
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Greetings from Camp Barkeley, Texas - Large Letter Postcard (8789683273)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Exploring Abilene Texas: Hidden Gems, Local Eats, & Historic Sites” by Samantha Angelie, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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Data for ZIP code 79606 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.