Canyon, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
15,398 332.4M (US)
Median Age
28.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,233 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$218,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$693 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$789 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Randall County
5
Amarillo Metro Area
6
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Randall County
5
Amarillo Metro Area
6
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 36
Feb 1 2 40
Mar 1 1 47
Apr 1 0 56
May 2 0 65
Jun 3 0 74
Jul 2 0 78
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 2 0 69
Oct 2 0 58
Nov 1 1 46
Dec 1 3 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 76% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (76%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, TX State Senate District 31, TX State House District 86, TX
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Schools

Crestview El
<1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Reeves-Hinger El
1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Canyon Int
1 miles, W • 3.7 star
Midway Alternative Hs
2 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

West Texas A & M University
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Milan Institute of Cosmetology
14 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Baptist St Anthony's Hospital
14 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Northwest Texas Hospital
14 miles, N • 2.3 star
Hereford Regional Medical Center
29 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Lea County Regional Airport
176 miles, SW • 1 star
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