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What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

How accurate is this data for small towns?

For smaller municipalities, ACS estimates have wider margins of error because fewer residents are sampled. The 5-year estimates reduce this uncertainty by averaging over a longer period. For towns under 5,000 people, treat specific numbers as approximations rather than precise counts.

Panhandle, TX

CSAAmarillo-Borger MSAAmarillo#3/13 Population

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

2,505population

48.2median age

This community is a community of 2,505 with a median age of 48.2. The population is predominantly White (81.1%) with a significant Hispanic/Latino community (12.9%). Median household income is $85,870. 94.9% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 33.1% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 77.1%, with a median home value of $161,000.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

81.1%2,032

Hispanic/Latino

12.9%322

Other

1.5%38

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

1.5%37

Black

1.1%28

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.8%21

Two or More

0.8%19

Asian

0.3%8

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

4.4%84

High School Diploma

25.7%495

Some College (<1 yr)

3.5%68

Some College (1+ yr)

22.1%426

Associate's Degree

6.2%119

Bachelor's Degree

17.8%344

Master's Degree

13.9%269

Professional Degree

0.6%12

Doctorate

0.7%13

HS or Higher

94.9%

BA or Higher

33.1%

Graduate+

15.2%

Housingi

$161,000median home value

$1,038median rent

77.1%homeownership

1,286total units

10.4%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 77.1%

Renter 22.9%

Home Values

Under $50K

5.1%45

$50K–$100K

18.7%166

$100K–$150K

20.5%182

$150K–$200K

26.8%238

$200K–$300K

22.3%198

$300K–$500K

5.7%51

$500K–$1M

0.9%8

Rent Distribution

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

$1,250–$1,500

$1,500–$2,000

Year Built

2020 or later

0.9%12

2010–2019

1.8%23

2000–2009

3.9%50

1990–1999

11.4%147

1980–1989

3.9%50

1970–1979

14.4%185

1960–1969

10%128

1950–1959

18.4%237

1940–1949

6.1%78

1939 or earlier

29.2%376

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

73.5%847

Electricity

26.5%305

Household Economyi

$85,870median household income

$46,444per capita income

5.7%poverty rate

0.2%unemployment

1,467labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

2.1%24

$10K–$15K

1.7%20

$15K–$20K

7.5%86

$20K–$25K

4.2%48

$25K–$30K

6.2%71

$30K–$35K

2.8%32

$35K–$40K

3.5%40

$40K–$45K

5%58

$45K–$50K

0.4%5

$50K–$60K

2.3%26

$60K–$75K

6.2%71

$75K–$100K

22.3%257

$100K–$125K

8.9%103

$125K–$150K

11%127

$150K–$200K

8.1%93

$200K+

7.9%91

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

Residentsi

Avg. Tenant Renti

$416/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

14 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers26 homes73% occupied$416/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $85,870/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $26K/yr

67%

Very low income$26K–$43K/yr

33%

Who Receives This Housing

78% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

11% of subsidized households are minority

44% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

100% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

963.8%

By Region

Top Countries

Mexico

India

Guatemala

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

1,464

Avg. Commutei

20.5 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

1,464

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

148(7.2% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

90.7%Insured

9.3%Uninsured