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Vega, TX

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Population
891
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
4,030 ft
Median Home Value
$131,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,107/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$78,125
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Vega

Vega is a quiet Panhandle town sitting about 30 miles west of Amarillo along Interstate 40. As the seat of Oldham County, it grew up around the railroad and historic Route 66, and that vintage roadside heritage is still very noticeable around the courthouse square. Today, it offers a peaceful, open setting with wide Texas skies and a distinctly small-town atmosphere.

Vega, TX, City Hall IMG 4901

Daily life here centers on ranching, local businesses, and community gatherings. Families are served by Vega ISD, which educates around 300 students on a single, tight-knit campus that hosts sports games and school events. The community covers everyday basics with a local grocery store, library, and neighborhood diners, with Amarillo just a quick drive down the highway whenever you need big-box stores or specialized services.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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