Here's what it costs to live in Amarillo, Texas, based on the latest US government data. Renters pay a median of $1,049 per month, while the typical home is valued around $186,800. Households earn a median of $62,469 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. Air quality is moderate, with an average AQI of 53. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$62,469
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,049
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$186,800
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
N/A
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$778
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$903
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,106
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$1,503
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
State Income Tax
None
No state income tax on wages
State Sales Tax
6.25%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | N/A |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | N/A |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | N/A |
| ⚡Electrician | N/A |
| 📊Accountant | N/A |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
200,945
Latest estimate
Median Age
35 yrs
Census ACS
Average AQI
53.0
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Amarillo?
The cost of living index for Amarillo is not yet available in our database.
What is the median rent in Amarillo?
The median gross rent in Amarillo is $1,049 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Amarillo?
The median household income in Amarillo is $62,469 per year.
What is the median home value in Amarillo?
The median home value in Amarillo is $186,800 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Amarillo?
Amarillo has an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 53.0, which is rated "Moderate" by the EPA. Lower AQI values indicate cleaner air.
What are the taxes like in Amarillo?
Texas has no state income tax on wages and a statewide sales tax of 6.25% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology