Median Age
33 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
31%
Over 65
13%
Dumas, TX Area Guide
Avg Rent
$687
Population
14,816
Renter Mix
35% Rent
Savor small-town tranquility in the Texas Panhandle
Suburban
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Rural
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Family-Friendly
Dumas, the county seat of Moore County, carries a quiet confidence that comes from being the heart of the Texas Panhandle. About 45 miles north of Amarillo, this small city draws people who want space to breathe, a strong sense of community, and an honest connection to the land around them. Agriculture and energy production have long anchored the local economy, giving Dumas a steady, grounded character that sets it apart from larger Texas metros.
The city's neighborhoods range from tree-lined residential streets to newer developments spreading out toward the open plains. Renters will find a mix of single-family homes available for lease, modest apartment communities, and duplexes that reflect the area's practical charm. Housing here tends to be spacious, with options that work for a range of budgets.
Dumas has a cultural thread worth noting: the city lays claim to inspiring the classic jazz tune composed in the late 1920s by Texas native Phil Baxter. The Window on the Plains Museum keeps that kind of local history alive with exhibits covering Moore County and the broader Panhandle story. Life in Dumas moves at a deliberate pace, one where wide skies, strong community ties, and room to spread out define the everyday experience.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$57,585
Average: $70,462
Education
1,803
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
7,050
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Dumas has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
35%
Non-Renters
65%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
8%
Other Education
92%
Rent Trends
As of September 2026, the average apartment rent in Dumas, TX is $687 for one bedroom, $810 for two bedrooms, and $904 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Dumas has increased by 1.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$687/month
630 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Dumas, TX is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
308 Students
Public
Grades K-5
619 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
339 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
271 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
609 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,191 Students
North Plains Opportunity Center
Public
Grades 9-12
35 Students
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.