Amarillo

Amarillo, Texas Overview

Amarillo scores 42.8/100 overall (D), ranking #13 of 20 cities in Texas — below the state composite of 45.8. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 82/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 5/100.

Income & Employment in Amarillo

Amarillo’s median income of $58,897 is 19% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.5% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 3.1%.

Safety in Amarillo

With a violent crime rate of 726.9 per 100,000, Amarillo exceeds the Texas average of 401. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3119.7 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Amarillo

Amarillo has a cost of living index of 90.8 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $186,800. Median monthly rent is $1,049. Renters spend 21.4% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Amarillo

The adult obesity rate in Amarillo is 38.5%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 13.6%. Residents report an average of 18.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Texas ranks #41 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Amarillo

The student-teacher ratio is 14.8:1. Per-pupil spending is $11,563. The city has 78 public schools serving 40,628 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Amarillo

Amarillo enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 55.2°F. Summers average 74.9°F. Winters average 34.8°F. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. The average commute of 17.6 minutes is notably short.

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