Best Online Liberal Arts Programs in Amarillo, TX (2026)
Amarillo, Texas has a population of about 200,945. The city’s median household income is $62,469 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 25.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In the Amarillo, TX metro area, the top-earning liberal arts-related role is Management Analyst at a median $94,310 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Liberal Arts Schools to Amarillo
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer liberal arts programs. Distances are calculated from Amarillo city center.
No Amarillo-area programs are currently indexed in our directory.
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Texas schools on the Texas liberal arts page.
Liberal Arts Wages Near Amarillo
Amarillo is part of the Amarillo, TX metro area (BLS area code 11100). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Texas statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialist | $55,070 | Amarillo, TX | $59,989 |
| Management Analyst | $94,310 | Amarillo, TX | $102,734 |
| Technical Writer | $79,060 | TX statewide | $86,122 |
| News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist | $60,320 | TX statewide | $65,708 |
| Editor | $28,860 | TX statewide | $31,438 |
| Training and Development Specialist | $51,850 | Amarillo, TX | $56,481 |
| Human Resources Specialist | $59,430 | Amarillo, TX | $64,739 |
Source: BLS, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Amarillo at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 200,945 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $62,469 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 25.1% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 91.8 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
| Liberal Arts-related employment in Potter County | 274 workers, 19 establishments | BLS QCEW 2024 annual |
Other Amarillo-Area Cities With Liberal Arts Programs
- Plainview, TX – 70.0 mi away (24,257 pop)
- Clovis, NM – 93.5 mi away (43,327 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest-paying liberal arts roles near Amarillo?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying liberal arts-related roles near Amarillo are: Management Analyst ($94,310), Technical Writer ($79,060), News Analyst, Reporter, or Journalist ($60,320). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Texas statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Plainview instead of Amarillo?
Plainview, TX is 70.0 miles from Amarillo and has its own set of local liberal arts programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
Is Amarillo an affordable place to study liberal arts?
Amarillo’s median household income of $62,469 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Amarillo while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Texas public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.