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Amarillo, TX
Amarillo · Potter County · TX 79101
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$156K
Median Price
52/100
Walk Score
7.1/10
Schools
270 min
to Downtown Dallas, TX
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
71/100
B+Quietness
80/100
FCommute
15/100
D+Walkability
52/100
WYLT Score56/100
Our Take
Amarillo’s 79101 offers low‑cost homes and decent schools, but its limited walkability, sparse transit and high speed roads make it a rough fit for families used to a Midwestern city vibe. The area is quiet and flood‑safe, yet job prospects and nightlife are sparse and commuting to larger hubs is a long haul.
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The Good
- ✓Affordable median home price ($156k), high school ratings above 9 for several schools
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X) and quiet environment
- ✓Reasonably low median rent ($852)
- ✓Decent mix of elementary and high schools for families
Real Talk
- !Median household income is only $38k, so local job options are limited
- !Walk score of 52 means you’ll need a car for most errands
- !High-speed roads (often 60+ mph) make pedestrian activity risky
- !Limited dining, nightlife and cultural amenities
- !Long commute (~270 min) to Dallas or other job centers
- $Higher property taxes relative to income
- $Fuel costs from long commutes
- $Potential insurance costs for high-speed roads
- $Limited public services could increase out-of-pocket expenses
Best For
Affordable livingQuiet rural lifestyleFamily-friendly schoolsRemote work
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Amarillo, TX
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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