The Amarillo metropolitan area is the 182nd largest metro area in the United States, with a total population of 231,014 spread across 19 cities and towns in TX. Anchored by Amarillo, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.

Residents of the Amarillo metro area earn an average household income of $87,679, while the average home value sits at $198,161. Renters in the area pay an average of $976 per month, making the cost of living relatively affordable compared to the national average. About 30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's well-educated workforce.

The Amarillo metro reports an average violent crime rate of 371.9 per 1,000 residents, which is above the national average. Property crime averages 2,112.4 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 57.6°F, with distinct four-season weather. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 7.3%, indicating strong economic conditions.

With 19 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the Amarillo metro area offers a wide variety of living options. Despite its more compact size, the metro area provides a range of communities with their own unique character and appeal. Explore the full list of cities below to find detailed data on population, income, housing costs, and more.

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Avg Annual Temperature	57.6°F
Avg January Temp	37.0°F
Avg July Temp	79.0°F
Avg Annual Precipitation	19.8"

Safety

Avg Violent Crime Rate	371.9 per 1K
Avg Property Crime Rate	2112.4 per 1K

Economy

Avg Unemployment Rate	1.5%
Avg Poverty Rate	7.3%
Avg Median Age	40.8

All 19 Cities in Amarillo Metro Area

1 Amarillo TX 200,945

2 Canyon TX 15,398

3 Bushland TX 2,950

4 Panhandle TX 2,613

5 Rockwell Place TX 1,694

6 White Deer TX 1,179

7 Claude TX 1,164

8 Vega TX 946

9 Happy TX 758

10 Lake Tanglewood TX 684

11 Timbercreek Canyon TX 532

12 Groom TX 462

13 Skellytown TX 424

14 Washburn TX 306

15 Palisades TX 301

16 Bishop Hills TX 211

17 Wildorado TX 178

18 Adrian TX 140

19 Boys Ranch TX 129

Amarillo Metro Area

Largest Cities in Amarillo Metro

Amarillo, TX

Canyon, TX

Bushland, TX

Panhandle, TX

Rockwell Place, TX

White Deer, TX

Claude, TX

Vega, TX

Happy, TX

Lake Tanglewood, TX

Timbercreek Canyon, TX

Groom, TX

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Safety

Economy

All 19 Cities in Amarillo Metro Area