79109 — Amarillo, TX Home Values
Typical home value $238,581 as of July 2026 · 6th of 20 in Amarillo, TX
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 79109, July 2021 to July 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 79109 compares in the Amarillo, TX area
ZIP code 79109 (Amarillo, TX) has a typical home value of $238,581 as of July 2026, ranking 6th of 20 ZIP codes tracked in the Amarillo, TX area, more expensive than about 75% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +2.9% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +23.0%, from $193,988 in July 2021 to $238,581 in July 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 18.1× the annual rent ($1,099/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Amarillo, TX forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Amarillo.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 79109 has a population of 42,410, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 68.7% White, 19.8% Hispanic or Latino, 5.3% Black or African American, 3.9% two or more races, 1.2% Asian, 0.6% another race, 0.3% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.3% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| PARAMOUNT TERRACE EL | 3906 COUGAR DR, AMARILLO, TX | 0.4 mi |
| RIDGECREST EL | 5306 W 37TH, AMARILLO, TX | 0.8 mi |
| RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY AMARILLO | 4106 SW 51ST ST, AMARILLO, TX | 0.8 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 79109?
$238,581 as of July 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 79109 an expensive ZIP code in the Amarillo, TX area?
79109 ranks 6th of 20 ZIP codes in the Amarillo, TX area by typical home value, more expensive than about 75% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 79109 changed over the past year?
+2.9% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 79109?
The typical home price is 18.1× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,099/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 79109?
42,410, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 79109?
PARAMOUNT TERRACE EL (0.4 mi), RIDGECREST EL (0.8 mi), RICHARD MILBURN ACADEMY AMARILLO (0.8 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 79109?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of July 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Amarillo, TX forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.