Amarillo, TX
AMARILLO, TEXAS: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 12.22.20)
AGE IN AMARILLO, TEXAS
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 13,436 | 6.8% |
| 25 to 29 years | 15,876 | 8.0% |
| 30 to 34 years | 14,743 | 7.4% |
| 35 to 39 years | 13,448 | 6.8% |
| 40 to 44 years | 11,748 | 5.9% |
| 45 to 49 years | 10,977 | 5.5% |
| 50 to 54 years | 11,239 | 5.7% |
| 55 to 59 years | 12,188 | 6.1% |
| 60 to 64 years | 10,387 | 5.2% |
| 65 to 69 years | 8,355 | 4.2% |
| 70 to 74 years | 6,127 | 3.1% |
| 75 to 79 years | 4,566 | 2.3% |
| 80 to 84 years | 3,348 | 1.7% |
| 85+ years | 3,335 | 1.7% |
The median age in Amarillo is 33.9 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN AMARILLO, TEXAS
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 166,268 | 82.8% |
| Black or African American | 14,161 | 7.0% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 1,455 | 0.7% |
| Asian | 9,048 | 4.5% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 443 | 0.2% |
| Other | 5,031 | 2.5% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN AMARILLO, TEXAS
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 8,488 | 6.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 10,284 | 8.1% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 35,929 | 28.3% |
| Some college, no degree | 29,213 | 23.0% |
| Associate’s degree | 11,189 | 8.8% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 21,144 | 16.7% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 10,513 | 8.3% |
| High school graduate or higher | 107,988 | 85.2% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 31,657 | 25.0% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 95,103 | 75.0% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN AMARILLO, TEXAS
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 6.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 10.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 12.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 19.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.3% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3.9% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.7% |
Median household income: $52,543
Mean household income: $71,308
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN AMARILLO, TEXAS
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $25,375 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $29,428 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $35,027 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $50,809 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $62,117 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN AMARILLO, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 154,770 | NA |
| Never married | 43,486 | 28.1% |
| Now married (except separated) | 80,169 | 51.8% |
| Separated | 3,465 | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 8,897 | 5.7% |
| Divorced | 18,753 | 12.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN AMARILLO, TEXAS
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 29,718 | 15.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN AMARILLO, TEXAS
| Owner-occupied housing units | 45,470 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 30,093 |
| Single-family detached units | 60,109 |
| Homeownership rate | 60.2% |
| Vacancy rate | 10.4% |
| Renters rate | 77.2% |
| Average housing value | $152,760 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $825 |
| Average rent | $746 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN AMARILLO, TEXAS
| Average income | $71,308 |
| Average household size | 2.61 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 67.5% |
| Percent disabled | 11.5% |
| Percent with health coverage | 83.1% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 17.8 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 0.5% |
| Percent veterans | 7.8% |
| Percent foreign born | 12.1% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 6.7% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN AMARILLO, TEXAS
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $61,567.75 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $469.70 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $280.90 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $82.45 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $39.88 |
| Apparel & services | $1,785.95 |
| Men’s apparel | $343.83 |
| Women’s apparel | $589.71 |
| Children’s apparel | $283.39 |
| Boys’ apparel | $96.82 |
| Girls’ apparel | $107.39 |
| Footwear | $404.32 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $3,076.51 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $311.99 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $962.90 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,422.70 |
| Education | $1,252.54 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,664.82 |
| Club membership fees | $184.77 |
| Dating services | $0.64 |
| Pet food | $213.69 |
| Pet services | $53.49 |
| Food consumed at home | $4,302.17 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $564.84 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $439.45 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $835.57 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $952.70 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $425.50 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,509.62 |
| Health care | $4,946.72 |
| Medical services | $918.21 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $120.55 |
| Household Services | $1,681.81 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $59.40 |
| Lawn and garden services | $371.48 |
| Housekeeping services | $142.65 |
| PC repair | $5.54 |
| Housing | $19,133.15 |
| Home improvements | $2,133.45 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $4,122.66 |
| Phone services | $1,487.37 |
| Water | $622.45 |
| Life and other insurance | $371.94 |
| Pensions and social security | $6,600.48 |
| Personal care products and services | $748.38 |
| Hair care products | $90.71 |
| Personal care products | $319.79 |
| Local transportation | $7,222.03 |
| Gasoline | $1,883.19 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $976.96 |
| Travel | $1,778.85 |
| Airline fares | $425.61 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $21.16 |
| Lodging on trips | $486.53 |
| Food and drink on trips | $430.32 |
| Entertainment on trips | $154.63 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN POTTER COUNTY (home to AMARILLO, TEXAS)
| % with any debt in collections | 57% |
| Average debt in collections | $2,038 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 47% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $1,116 |
| % with student loan debt | 12% |
| Average student loan debt | $14,662 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $143 |
| % with auto debt | 25% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN AMARILLO, TEXAS
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 2,924 | 2.9% |
| February 2019 | 2,674 | 2.7% |
| March 2019 | 2,659 | 2.7% |
| April 2019 | 2,086 | 2.1% |
| May 2019 | 2,181 | 2.2% |
| June 2019 | 2,735 | 2.7% |
| July 2019 | 2,886 | 2.9% |
| August 2019 | 2,723 | 2.7% |
| September 2019 | 2,502 | 2.5% |
| October 2019 | 2,427 | 2.4% |
| November 2019 | 2,441 | 2.4% |
| December 2019 | 2,301 | 2.3% |
| January 2020 | 2,669 | 2.6% |
| February 2020 | 2,547 | 2.5% |
| March 2020 | 3,586 | 3.6% |
| April 2020 | 8,291 | 9.1% |
| May 2020 | 8,204 | 8.8% |
| June 2020 | 5,812 | 6.1% |
| July 2020 | 5,127 | 5.4% |
| August 2020 | 4,373 | 4.4% |
| September 2020 | 5,104 | 5.2% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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