New Construction in Wildorado. This 4 bedroom, 2 bath home is located in an amazing school district and will be finished May 2026. Paved road, close to I-40, city water and septic all on 1/2 acre tracts. Call for more information or to see this home. Additional lots available.
Wildorado, a small neighborhood in Vega, Texas, features fewer than 80 homes, primarily single-family ranch residences and mobile homes. The area is characterized by its flat prairie landscape and windy, dry climate. Homes are often situated along Interstate 40 or near cattle yards and grain silos, with limited defined sidewalks and main streets. Wildorado boasts a crime rate lower than the national average, making it a safer place to live. While the neighborhood lacks community parks, it is close to significant wildlife refuges such as Wildcat Bluff Discovery Center, 18 miles away, and Buffalo Lake National Wildlife Refuge, 30 miles away, both offering extensive trails and opportunities for wildlife observation. Shopping and dining options within Wildorado are minimal, with residents frequently traveling to nearby Vega, Bushland, or Amarillo for groceries and meals. Notable local spots include Hickory Inn Café in Vega and The Falcon in Bushland. For more extensive shopping, Westgate Mall in west Amarillo is 23 miles away. The neighborhood is connected by Route 66 (I-40), providing access to Bushland, Vega, and downtown Amarillo. Wildorado Independent School District serves the area with a single campus for K-12, although it is unrated. Unique programs like the Wildorado Cattle Company and community events such as the annual Thanksgiving festival are highlights. The closest higher education institution is Amarillo College, 21 miles away.
Wildorado is a good place to live. Wildorado is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Wildorado has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 32. The average household income is $81,164 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 38.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Wildorado are home owners, with 20.6% of residents renting and 79.4% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Wildorado can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Wildorado neighborhood guide.
Is Wildorado, TX a safe neighborhood?
Wildorado, TX is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Wildorado?
The median home price in Wildorado is $323,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $64,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.36%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,610 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $69K a year to afford the median home price in Wildorado. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Wildorado is $81K.
What are the best public schools in Wildorado?
The best public schools that serve Wildorado are:
Wildorado Elementary School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
Hereford High School has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
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