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Amarillo
  • City in Texas
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Amarillo
#31 in Best Cities to Buy a House in America
  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • City in Texas
  • 503 reviews
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    Amarillo Crime

    Crime & Safety
    C
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Poll
    How safe do you feel in this area?
    Based on 82 responses
    • Pretty safe. There are some safety concerns but I generally feel safe.
      61%
    • Somewhat safe. There are noticeable safety concerns, and there are times I don't feel safe.
      18%
    • Very safe. There are no safety concerns.
      13%
    • Not safe. There are high safety concerns, and I regularly don't feel safe.
      7%
    Poll
    How effective is law enforcement in this area?
    Based on 80 responses
    • The police are very visible and very responsive.
      38%
    • The police are visible, but somehow respond slowly when needed.
      34%
    • Not sure.
      13%
    • The police aren't around much, and when you need them, they aren't reliable.
      11%
    • The police aren't around much, but are there quickly when you need them.
      5%

    Amarillo Crime Rates

    Violent Crime Statistics
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Assault
      554.6
      282.7
    • Murder
      11.4
      6.1
    • Rape
      97.7
      40.7
    • Robbery
      98.7
      135.5
    Property Crime Statistics
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Burglary
      578.5
      500.1
    • Theft
      2,430.4
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      462.4
      284
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