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Panhandle, TX

Texas · Carson County · Amarillo Metro

Panhandle is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,613. Residents earn $86,354 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,613 Population 1,233/sq mi density
$86,354 Median Income $45,225 per capita
$151,800 Home Value $202,387 Zillow
$981 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
301 Violent Crime/100K 1,077 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,354 median income, 0.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,800 home value, $981/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
301 violent crimes/100K (21% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $86,354
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $151,800
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 301/100K
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.3%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $981
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.1%
97% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,613
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density1,233/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,354
Per Capita$45,225
Unemployment0.1%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$1,440M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,800
Rent$981
Ownership73.5%
Zillow$202,387
Housing Units1,207
Rent Burden21.9%

Crime

F
Violent301/100K
Property1,077/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault301/100K
Burglary517/100K

Health

Obesity32.9%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking12.2%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation3,456 ft (1,053 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.3%
High School+96.1%
Graduate+12.1%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute21 min
Broadband78.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Panhandle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Panhandle receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Panhandle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Panhandle is $86,354, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.1%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Panhandle is $151,800, 46% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $981 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

Violent crime in Panhandle is below the national average at 301 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,077 per 100,000, 45% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Panhandle 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. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches, including 13.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Panhandle has a population of 2,613 with a density of 1,233 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.3% female and 52.7% male. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 4.2% Hispanic, 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.7% of residents. 7.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 9.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 92.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,613
Total Population
1,233
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Panhandle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish 4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Panhandle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Panhandle is $86,354, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,225 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,903, 33% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 190 business establishments, including 10 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Panhandle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,354
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,225
Avg Weekly Wage$1,903
IRS Avg AGI$81,790
Gini Index0.393 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.1%
97% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)190
County GDP$1,440M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare4
Retail25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,971
42% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Panhandle is $151,800, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $202,387, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $981 (16% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 73.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,207 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1962. The average annual property tax is $4,971 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 21.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,800
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$202,387
Median List Price$219,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$219,000
$/Sq Ft$90
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$981
16% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.5%
Owner-Occupied73.5%
Renter-Occupied26.5%
Housing Units1,207
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,971
42% above US avg
Effective Rate3.27%
In Panhandle, 32.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 29.3% have high blood pressure. 12.2% are current smokers. 20.6% report binge drinking. 21.2% are physically inactive. 24.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.9% experience frequent mental distress. 10.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The dentist ratio is 1:5,784. 60.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Dentists1:5,784
Mental Health1:1,959
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits64.2%
Premature Death12,962/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access60.5%
Healthcare Facilities4
Panhandle has a violent crime rate of 301 per 100,000 residents, 21% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 301.5 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,077 per 100,000, 45% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 345, burglary at 517, vehicle theft at 215 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Panhandle receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent301.5/100K
21% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault301.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,076.7/100K
45% below US avg
Burglary516.8/100K
Theft344.5/100K
Vehicle Theft215.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents9
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Panhandle enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 326 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 3,456 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,456 ft (1,053 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density1,233/sq mi
Coordinates35.3463°N, 101.3805°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCarson County County
Nearest AirportRick Husband Amarillo International (AMA)
20 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.1"
45% below US avg
Snowfall 13.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.50"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.47"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score25.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability11.4 / 100
Community Resilience71.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane No Rating
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

50 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.6 on May 21, 2025.

Apr 14, 2021 34 km NNE of Skellytown, Texas M4.3 66 km
Aug 17, 2000 18 km N of Amarillo, Texas M3.9 40 km
Dec 16, 2000 19 km N of Amarillo, Texas M3.9 39 km
Aug 9, 2021 4 km N of Wheeler, Texas M3.5 102 km
Feb 18, 2006 17 km WNW of Fritch, Texas M3.5 52 km
Mar 25, 1996 25 km WSW of Channing, Texas M3.5 114 km
Aug 14, 2023 15 km NE of Amarillo, Texas M3.4 29 km
Sep 24, 2003 10 km NE of Amarillo, Texas M3.3 34 km
Aug 7, 2000 Texas Panhandle region M3.3 40 km
Aug 12, 2012 13 km NNE of Bishop Hills, Texas M3.3 48 km
Feb 4, 2010 23 km N of Adrian, Texas M3.3 114 km
May 10, 2021 13 km W of Channing, Texas M3.2 106 km
Apr 27, 1998 14 km SW of Boys Ranch, Texas M3.2 92 km
Feb 15, 1997 14 km NE of Hedley, Texas M3.2 85 km
Feb 2, 2015 15 km ENE of Amarillo, Texas M3.1 29 km
Aug 7, 2000 Texas Panhandle region M3.0 40 km
Aug 7, 2000 Texas Panhandle region M3.0 40 km
Mar 28, 2006 13 km NNE of Bishop Hills, Texas M3.0 45 km
Aug 10, 2000 18 km N of Amarillo, Texas M3.0 40 km
Feb 12, 1997 1 km N of Clarendon, Texas M3.0 63 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

754 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 47 fatalities, 312 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 8, 1995 EF4 72 km 0
Jun 8, 1995 EF4 37 km 0
Jun 27, 1992 EF4 49 km 0
Mar 18, 1982 EF4 81 km 0
Jun 9, 1971 EF4 86 km 0
Apr 18, 1970 EF4 79 km 16
May 15, 1957 EF4 98 km 21
Nov 16, 2015 EF3 40 km 0
Nov 16, 2015 EF3 33 km 0
Mar 28, 2007 EF3 89 km 1
Mar 28, 2007 EF3 75 km 0
Mar 28, 2007 EF3 47 km 0
May 29, 2001 EF3 6 km 0
Jun 11, 1997 EF3 84 km 0
Jun 27, 1992 EF3 65 km 0
May 31, 1990 EF3 96 km 0
May 25, 1987 EF3 95 km 0
May 7, 1986 EF3 100 km 0
May 19, 1982 EF3 38 km 0
May 19, 1982 EF3 51 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SMOKEHOUSE CREEK (1,047,464 ac, 2024).

Year Name Acres Distance
2024 SMOKEHOUSE CREEK 1,047,464 78 km
2006 EAST AMARILLO COMPLEX 593,394 54 km
2024 WINDY DEUCE 145,907 31 km
2018 MALLARD 75,486 53 km
2017 LEFORS EAST 68,701 78 km
2016 CRUTCH 45,052 38 km
2017 RANKIN RANCH ROAD 37,706 80 km
2024 GRAPE VINE CREEK 33,576 54 km
2011 CRAWFORD RANCH 27,493 59 km
2017 DUMAS COMPLEX 26,155 31 km
2022 LITTLE HIGHLINE 24,152 34 km
2021 NORTH 207 24,103 32 km
2011 WILLOW CREEK SOUTH COMPLEX 23,204 29 km
2018 MCCLELLAN 23,051 58 km
2006 FAIN PLANT FIRE 22,485 50 km
2009 MAGIC CITY 18,922 94 km
2011 CANYON 17,425 61 km
2011 SO CLOSE 17,102 33 km
2018 FM 294 15,362 39 km
2006 HARDWICK 15,289 64 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 0.8 in
March 47°F (9°C) 1.2 in
April 56°F (13°C) 1.3 in
May 65°F (18°C) 2.7 in
June 74°F (23°C) 3.5 in Wettest
July 80°F (27°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 3.0 in
September 69°F (21°C) 2.2 in
October 58°F (15°C) 1.6 in
November 45°F (7°C) 0.8 in
December 37°F (3°C) 0.5 in Driest

Panhandle has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 37°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and December the driest (0.5").

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Panhandle is located in Carson County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 35.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. 12.1% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 90.4% of the vote, a 81.2-point margin. 78.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 4 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 90.4%
D 9.1%

Winner: Republican by 81.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents9
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.3%
5% above US avg
High School+96.1%
Graduate Degree+12.1%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density1,233/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi
CountyCarson County County

Services

Broadband Access78.5%
Avg Download Speed40.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores25

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%
Average costs for common services in Panhandle. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$637
Toddler$602
Preschool$589
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$580
Toddler$559
Preschool$550
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Carson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Construction 645 19 $83,789 1.80
Retail Trade 198 22 $31,245 0.29
Agriculture & Forestry 179 36 $60,398 3.23
Professional & Technical Services 132 10 $115,197 0.28
Administrative & Waste Services 88 6 $71,542 0.22
Transportation & Warehousing 67 10 $82,206 0.23
Utilities 59 4 $103,988 2.27
Accommodation & Food Services 54 10 $17,515 0.09
Finance & Insurance 41 7 $57,520 0.15
Wholesale Trade 27 8 $59,174 0.10
Arts & Entertainment 22 3 $21,029 0.19

Schools in Panhandle

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
PANHANDLE EL Elementary 317 23 13.8:1
PANHANDLE H S High 189 21 9.0:1
PANHANDLE J H Middle 151 13 11.6:1
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Radio Stations near Panhandle

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Amarillo College FM90 alternative MP3 192 kbps
Legends Classic Country classic country MP3 112 kbps

Campgrounds Near Panhandle

6 campgrounds found near Panhandle.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Blue West Campground Free
Cedar Canyon Campground Free
Harbor Bay Campground Free
McBride Canyon and Mullinaw Creek Campgrounds Free
Sanford Yake Free
Sanford Yake Campground Free

National Parks Near Panhandle

5 national parks and monuments found near Panhandle.

ParkTypeFee
Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument National Monument Free
Caprock Canyons State Park State Park Free
Clayton Lake State Park State Park Free
Lake Meredith National Recreation Area National Recreation Area Free
Palo Duro Canyon State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Panhandle

10 trails found near Panhandle.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
TURKEY ROOST 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
EAGLE'S NEST LOOP 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
MCCLELLAN CREEK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
610B 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
614 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
610C 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
615D 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
610D 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
615C 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
614A 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL

Museums in Panhandle

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ARMSTRONG COUNTY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM120 N TRICE ST8062262187$454,495
CARSON COUNTY SQUARE HOUSE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM503 ELSIE AVENUE8065373524$199,762

Libraries in Panhandle

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CARSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY401 MAIN ST0.018,060
RICHARD S AND LEAH MORRIS MEMORIAL LIBRARY605 HIGH ST0.09,212

Restaurants in Panhandle

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brickstreet 200
Downtown Home Cooking
Euro Thai Grill
Panther Pizza
Sissy's Kitchen
The Ham

Cafes in Panhandle

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coffee Haven

Theatres in Panhandle

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buffalo Grass Music Hall

Clinics in Panhandle

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Family Care Clinic of Panhandle

Veterinaries in Panhandle

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carson County Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Panhandle

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CEFCO
CEFCO
CEFCO
CEFCO
Valero

Banks in Panhandle

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Happy State Bank

Gyms in Panhandle

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Panhandle Fitness

Golf Courses in Panhandle

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Panhandle Country Club

Pharmacies in Panhandle

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
PANHANDLE DRUG STORE LLC 201 MAIN STREET 806-537-3034

Cell Towers in Panhandle

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Skellytown) S OF HWY 152 ON FM 294 3 MI W 1/2 MI ON DIRT RDGTOWER125
9901 I-40TOWER116
235 COUNTY ROAD A (96333)GTOWER95
(Panhandle) 1290 County Road 11 (035754)GTOWER93
(Claude) 1223 US Hwy 287GTOWER91
22310 U.S. HWY 60 (Pantex #75624)GTOWER76

Fire Stations in Panhandle

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Panhandle Fire Department400 ElsieVolunteer806-537-3172

Power Plants Near Panhandle

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
PATTERN PANHANDLE WIND LLCONSHORE WIND TURBINE221115-101.3OP
GRANDVIEW WIND FARM III LLCNOT AVAILABLE221115-101.3CN
GRANDVIEW WIND FARM, LLCONSHORE WIND TURBINE221115-101.3OP
PATTERN PANHANDLE WIND 2 LLCNOT AVAILABLE221115-101.4OP
ROUTE 66 WIND PLANTNOT AVAILABLE221115-101.4OP
MAJESTIC II WINDONSHORE WIND TURBINE221115-101.5OP
HIGH PLAINS WIND POWER LLCONSHORE WIND TURBINE221115-101.5RE
MAJESTIC 1 WIND FARMONSHORE WIND TURBINE221115-101.5OP
MAJESTIC 2 WIND FARMONSHORE WIND TURBINE221115-101.6CN

Bridges in Panhandle

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete1927931,864F
CulvertConcrete196549100G
CulvertConcrete197839100G

Correctional Facilities in Panhandle

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
CARSON COUNTY JAIL501 MAIN STREETCOUNTY2250OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Panhandle

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
SOUTHWESTERN PORTLAND CEMENT CO12 MI. W. OF AMARILLO ON I. 40POTTER

Airports Near Panhandle

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rick Husband Amarillo International AirportAMAMedium Airport
Arrington Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Blue Sky AirfieldSmall Airport
Buffalo AirportSmall Airport
Eagles AerodromeSmall Airport
Evans AerodromeSmall Airport
Flying K AirportSmall Airport
Green Acres AirfieldSmall Airport
Groom AirportSmall Airport
Hutchinson County AirportBGDSmall Airport
Mc Neill Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Mesa Vista Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Moore County AirportSmall Airport
Page Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Palo Duro AirportSmall Airport
Panhandle Carson County AirportSmall Airport
Perry Lefors FieldPPASmall Airport
Reed AirportSmall Airport
River Falls AirportSmall Airport
Skellytown AirportSmall Airport
Smiley Johnson Municipal Airport Bass FieldSmall Airport
Stamps FieldSmall Airport
Sunray AirportSmall Airport
Tradewind AirportTDWSmall Airport
Vigo Park AirportSmall Airport
Willis N Clark AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Panhandle

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Armstrong County Sheriff's Office110 West 1st Street
Carson County Law Enforcement Center201 West US Highway 60

Grocery Stores in Panhandle

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Allsups 102402Convenience Store608 Elsie St
CEFCO 2076Convenience StoreHwy 60 & Fm 207
PANHANDLE THRIFTWAY IISupermarket812 ELSIE

Post Offices in Panhandle

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office402 Main Street

DOL Wage Violations in Panhandle

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $1,778 in back wages owed to 4 employees.

1
Violations
$1,778
Back Wages Owed
4
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Vibra-Whirl Sports Limited 79068 1 $1,778 $445 4

Churches & Religious Organizations in Panhandle

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FOURTH & ELSIE ST CHURCH OF CHRIST4TH & ELSIE
GRACE FELLOWSHIP FULL GOSPEL CHURCH OF PANHANDLE TEXAS INCPO BOX 1623
NEW HOPE ASSEMBLY OF GOD211 PARK AVE
TRINITY CHURCH OF PANHANDLE INC300 WILLOW STREET

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Historic Markers
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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Frequently Asked Questions About Panhandle

What is the population of Panhandle?

Panhandle has a population of 2,613 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,233 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.3% female and 52.7% male.

Is Panhandle expensive to live in?

Panhandle has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $86,354, 15% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $151,800 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $981 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Panhandle safe?

Panhandle is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 301 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,077 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Panhandle receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Panhandle?

Panhandle enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.1 inches, with 13.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Panhandle?

The job market in Panhandle is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,903. There are 190 business establishments in the area, including 10 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 7.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Panhandle?

The median home value in Panhandle is $151,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $202,387. For renters, the median monthly rent is $981. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 73.5%. The average annual property tax is $4,971.

How are the schools in Panhandle?

Schools in Panhandle score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 35.3% of adults in Panhandle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. 12.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Panhandle?

The obesity rate in Panhandle is 32.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.2% of adults are smokers. 21.2% are physically inactive. 24.7% of residents report depression. 10.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 60.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What is transportation like in Panhandle?

The average commute in Panhandle is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Panhandle?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Panhandle is 86.3% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino. 95.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.3% speak Spanish. 7.9% of the population are military veterans. 9.4% of residents have a disability. 92.9% have health insurance coverage.

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