Panhandle, TX

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Population
2,288
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
3,455 ft
Median Home Value
$161,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,038/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$85,870
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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Located about thirty minutes northeast of Amarillo along U.S. 60, Panhandle is a quiet, friendly town of around 2,400 residents. As the Carson County seat, it offers a relaxed daily pace along with an easy commute into the city for work, dining, and shopping. Families appreciate the close-knit atmosphere and strong schools in Panhandle ISD, while spots like Antigone Park and the town pool give neighbors a place to gather on warm afternoons. The community also takes pride in its deep roots, centered around the Carson County Square House Museum and its historic pioneer exhibits. For newcomers looking for wide-open Texas skies, quiet streets, and a welcoming hometown feel, Panhandle is an easy place to settle in.

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