Vega, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
946 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,406 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$124,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$509 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$725 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Oldham County
2
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

Oldham County
1
Amarillo Metro Area
6
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 3 36
Feb 0 3 39
Mar 1 2 47
Apr 1 0 55
May 2 0 65
Jun 3 0 74
Jul 3 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 2 0 69
Oct 2 0 58
Nov 1 2 45
Dec 1 3 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 10% of residents leaning left and 87% leaning right.

Liberal (10%) (88%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 90%
Hillary Clinton 8%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Vega Jh
<1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Vega Hs
<1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Vega El
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
Wildorado El
14 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Milan Institute of Cosmetology
29 miles, SE • 1 star
Milan Institute-Amarillo
29 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Northwest Texas Hospital
29 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Baptist St Anthony's Hospital
29 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Hereford Regional Medical Center
29 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Roswell Air Center
180 miles, SW • 1 star
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