Panhandle, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
2,613 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,354 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$151,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$584 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$677 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carson 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

Carson County
2
Amarillo Metro Area
6
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 36
Feb 1 2 40
Mar 1 2 47
Apr 2 0 56
May 3 0 65
Jun 3 0 74
Jul 2 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
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 11% of residents leaning left and 85% leaning right.

Liberal (11%) (87%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 89%
Hillary Clinton 8%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, TX State Senate District 31, TX State House District 87, TX
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Schools

Panhandle El
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Panhandle Hs
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
Panhandle Jh
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
White Deer Hs
13 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Frank Phillips College
22 miles, N • 1.4 star
Amarillo College
28 miles, W • 1.9 star
Exposito School of Hair Design
30 miles, W • 1 star
Milan Institute of Cosmetology
32 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Pampa Regional Medical Center
22 miles, N • 5 star
Baptist St Anthony's Hospital
32 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport
176 miles, SE • 1 star
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