Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 19.6% ▲ 96% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 19% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,754 (4.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 19,569 (31%) |
| Some College | 12,537 (19.9%) |
| Associates | 10,230 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 5,760 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,202 (19.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,417 ▼ 27% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $145,517 ▼ 48% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,029/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 48,686 |
| Vacant Units | 6,355 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Potter County is located in Texas and encompasses 22 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 118,748 residents. With a median age of 35.32, it is a relatively young county.
Potter County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,417 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 19.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Potter County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $145,517 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,028.
The residents of Potter County are racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 42.2%. Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Potter County, TX is a solidly middle-class area in Texas. The 22 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79101 | Amarillo | 2,458 | $40,313 | $152,300 | $898 | 5.9% | 26.1% |
| 79102 | Amarillo | 8,822 | $48,551 | $146,500 | $891 | 6.4% | 35.7% |
| 79103 | Amarillo | 11,591 | $55,885 | $123,900 | $1,197 | 4.0% | 21.2% |
| 79104 | Amarillo | 7,236 | $47,768 | $94,500 | $905 | 3.9% | 18.5% |
| 79106 | Amarillo | 27,900 | $54,407 | $163,100 | $995 | 2.8% | 36.5% |
| 79107 | Amarillo | 36,425 | $39,474 | $88,400 | $1,016 | 5.0% | 13.7% |
| 79108 | Amarillo | 10,979 | $63,383 | $150,600 | $1,035 | 2.9% | 29.1% |
| 79111 | Amarillo | 1,537 | $70,602 | — | $1,222 | 3.1% | 27.1% |
| 79124 | Amarillo | 11,800 | $110,144 | $325,900 | $1,158 | 2.5% | 48.5% |