Town in Potter County, part of the Amarillo metro

Living in Bushland, TX

A+

7th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 99 of 100
2nd of 8 in the Amarillo area

Bushland earns a grade of A+ on our index, 7th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and home ownership, with no clearly weak area. It is a strong pick for families and young professionals.

  • Good for families
  • Good for young professionals
  • Top-rated schools
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Where Bushland is in Texas.
Population
2,779
Median rent
No data
Median home value
$424,90050% higher than Texas
Household income
$146,071Median
Average commute
26 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Bushland

Bushland sits about 13 miles from downtown Amarillo, in the Amarillo metro. About 2,779 people live here. It is small-town and rural in feel, with mostly newer homes (the median home was built in 2014).

The median age is 35.0, 49% of households have children, 100% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $146,071 a year (86% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Bushland

  • Strong public schools. 100% of the 3 rated campuses here earn an A or B from the Texas Education Agency.
  • High incomes. The median household earns $146,071, 86% higher than the Texas median.

Cons of living in Bushland

No clear weak spots in our data.

Who Bushland suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: 100% of rated schools earn an A or B. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 99% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 86% higher than the Texas median, with 3 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 99% for young professionals.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 89% of homes have broadband. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 63% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 69% for people on a budget.

Bushland report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Bushland with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade B-

    Homes cost 2.9x income.

    61 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade A+

    Median household income $146,071, 0% unemployed.

    100 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade A

    3 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    90 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: no grade

    No full year of crime data from local police.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: no grade

    0 grocery stores, 3 restaurants, 1 park mapped in town.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade B+

    Average commute 26 min, 4.2% work from home.

    72 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade B

    33% have a bachelor’s degree.

    71 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade B-

    9.9% of adults uninsured.

    57 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade A

    100% of homes owner-occupied.

    92 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade C

    89% of homes have broadband.

    42 of 100 vs US towns

Where Bushland stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 100%37 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Median household income: $146,07186% higher than Texas ($78,476)
  • People below the poverty line: 1.3%12 points lower than Texas (14%)

Worse than Texas

  • Homes with broadband internet: 89%3 points lower than Texas (91%)

Cost of living in Bushland

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $904 for a one-bedroom, $1,107 for a two-bedroom and $1,512 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $424,900, 50% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $2,326 before tax, or $2,754 with property tax.

Texas has no state income tax, but property taxes are among the highest in the country. The median homeowner in Bushland pays $5,138 a year, 21% higher than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in BushlandStudio$7971 bedroom$9042 bedrooms$1,1073 bedrooms$1,5124 bedrooms$1,678
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Amarillo, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median home value50% higher than Texas$424,900$283,800$332,700
Home value to income20% lower than Texas2.9x3.6x4.1x
Median property tax per year21% higher than Texas$5,138$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them37 points higher than Texas100%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas201419921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$2,754
Mortgage payment
$2,326
Property tax
$428

Based on a $424,900 home in Bushland, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Schools in Bushland

Bushland has 3 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 100% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Bushland ISD.

Top-rated campuses include Bushland High School and Bushland Junior High. The average rating score across all campuses is 90 out of 100, against a Texas median of 81.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
90
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
90
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • ABushland High SchoolHigh, Bushland ISD95 of 100
  • ABushland Junior HighMiddle, Bushland ISD91 of 100
  • BBushland IntermediateElementary, Bushland ISD83 of 100

Daily life in Bushland

Everyday places mapped inside Bushland, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Bushland Village Park.

The average one-way commute is 26 minutes, 4% shorter than the Texas average. 4% of workers work from home. 6.3% walk, bike or take transit to work.

Downtown Amarillo is about 13 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Bushland work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $146,071, income per person is $46,030, unemployment is 0% and 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
3
Cafes
1
Bars
0
Parks
1
Gyms
2
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
1
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income86% higher than Texas$146,071$78,476$80,734
Income per person13% higher than Texas$46,030$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate5 points lower than Texas0%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line12 points lower than Texas1.3%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higherAbout the same as Texas33%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher9 points higher than Texas95%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance10 points lower than Texas9.9%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet3 points lower than Texas89%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute4% lower than Texas26 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home10 points lower than Texas4.2%14%15%
Workers who work from home4.2%
Workers who take transit4.7%
Workers who walk1.5%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Bushland

Under 1838%
18 to 3412%
35 to 6439%
65 and over11%

Median age 35.0 years. 49% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White81%
Hispanic or Latino11%
Black0%
Asian0.5%
Other or more than one race6.8%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Weather in Bushland

Bushland has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 91°F and January lows about 21°F. There are about 72 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 19 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Bushland20°40°60°80°100°51J55F63M70A79M88J91J89A83S72O60N51DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Bushland 1 Wsw, 2 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

    Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

    Places near Bushland

    Nearby, Amarillo gets a C+, Rockwell Place gets a B and Canyon gets an A. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

    1. C+AmarilloCity, 201,885 people14 mi
    2. BRockwell PlaceTown, 2,016 people14 mi
    3. ACanyonSmall city, 15,723 people17 mi
    4. A-VegaTown, 1,086 people20 mi
    5. BHerefordSmall city, 14,840 people33 mi
    6. A+PanhandleTown, 2,505 people39 mi

    Bushland in the Amarillo area

    How it ranks among 8 places in the metro.

    1. 1A+Panhandle2,505 people28 mito downtown
    2. 2A+Bushland2,779 people13 mito downtown
    3. 3A+Claude1,163 people27 mito downtown
    4. 4ACanyon15,723 people15 mito downtown
    5. 5A-White Deer1,191 people41 mito downtown

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    Living in Bushland: common questions

    Is Bushland, TX a good place to live?

    Bushland earns a grade of A+ on our index, 7th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and home ownership, with no clearly weak area. It is a strong pick for families and young professionals.

    How much does it cost to live in Bushland?

    The median home is worth $424,900, 50% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.9x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $2,754, including property tax.

    Are the schools good in Bushland?

    We found 3 rated public school campuses inside Bushland. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 90 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

    What is the weather like in Bushland?

    Summers in Bushland peak at about 91°F in July, and January nights fall to about 21°F. Expect around 72 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 19 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Bushland?

    The average one-way commute is 26 min, 4% lower than the Texas average. About 4.2% of workers work from home. It is about 13 miles from downtown Amarillo.

    Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.