Pampa, TX

Texas

Pampa is a small city in Texas with a population of 16,735. Residents earn $53,458 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
16,735 Population 1,855/sq mi density
$53,458 Median Income $32,021 per capita
$95,800 Home Value $101,625 Zillow
$898 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
567 Violent Crime/100K 4,428 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$53,458 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,800 home value, $898/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
567 violent crimes/100K (49% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,458
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,800
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 567/100K
49% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $898
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.5%
25% higher than US avg

How Pampa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population16,735
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density1,855/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,458
Per Capita$32,021
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty15.5%
County GDP$1,442M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,800
Rent$898
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$101,625

Crime

F
Violent567/100K
Property4,428/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault529/100K
Burglary810/100K

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Elevation3,227 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+84.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute16 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Pampa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pampa receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Pampa has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pampa is $53,458, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pampa is $95,800, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $898 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 567 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,428 per 100,000, 126% above the national average.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Pampa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches, including 15.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Pampa has a population of 16,735 with a density of 1,855 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.4%), with 3% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

16,735
Total Population
1,855
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pampa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.4%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.6%
69% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pampa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pampa is $53,458, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Pampa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,458
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,021
Avg Weekly Wage$1,157
IRS Avg AGI$60,134

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.5%
25% above US avg
Establishments (County)552
County GDP$1,442M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare45
Retail82
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,438
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pampa is $95,800, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $898 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $101,625.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,800
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$101,625
Median List Price$152,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$152,400
$/Sq Ft$106
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops11.5%
Inventory87

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$898
23% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,438
27% above US avg
Effective Rate4.63%
In Pampa, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pampa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.7%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death11,272/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities45
Pampa has a violent crime rate of 567 per 100,000 residents, 49% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,428 per 100,000 (126% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Pampa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent567.0/100K
49% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery37.8/100K
Assault529.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,427.7/100K
126% above US avg
Burglary809.9/100K
Theft3,439.5/100K
Vehicle Theft178.2/100K
Arson5.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Pampa has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.8 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall15.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,227 ft (984 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.4 km²)
Population Density1,855/sq mi
Coordinates35.5479°N, 100.9650°W
County FIPS48179
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.3%
D 11.2%

Winner: Republican by 77.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+84.9%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,855/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants45
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Work from Home4.0%

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