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Perryton, TX


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Perryton, Texas

Perryton, Texas, in Ochiltree county, is 99 miles NE of Amarillo, Texas (center to center) and 195 miles W of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The city is home to some 7,774 residents.

The People and Families of Perryton

In Perryton, about 65% of adults are married. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.

The people of the city are more likely male than female.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Perryton had a median family income of $45,045.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($29,155) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Perryton. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Crime and Safety

While crime is a worry everywhere, the people of Perryton can take comfort in the low amount of crime in the city.

Perryton Housing

According to the 2000 census, 73% of the housing in Perryton was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Perryton, 97% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Perryton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 12%Perryton Short Commute Times
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Perryton Low Property Crime

Comparative Profile of Perryton, TX

Comparing Perryton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old98
Male Share of the Population98
Racial Diversity63
Senior Citizens34
Well-Paid Single Men36
Female Share of the Population33
Age of the Population33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married88
Average Household Size87

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income57
People Above Poverty46
College Educated Adults47
People in Middle Class or Better36

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times99
Public Transportation Use37
Walking and Biking to Work34
Working at Home11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents86
Affordability of Property Taxes86
Seasonal and Vacation Housing86
Housing Recently Built64
People Living Alone34
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals34

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime99
Low Violent Crime78

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