Is Odom-Cotten safe?
Amarillo, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates Odom-Cotten as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on Odom-Cotten
“Go with care. Odom-Cotten is an established, working-class residential area in east Amarillo that is generally quiet during daytime hours. Visitors should maintain standard situational awareness and lock parked vehicles, as property crimes and car break-ins occur at rates higher than city averages.”
About the area
Odom-Cotten is a quiet, older neighborhood located in eastern Amarillo, characterized predominantly by mid-century single-family homes and modest residential lots. While primarily residential with few direct tourist attractions inside its borders, it sits in close proximity to the historic Route 66 corridor and key eastside thoroughfares.
- Quiet Residential
- Working-Class
- Car-Dependent
- Historic Route 66 Vicinity
Walking and biking in Odom-Cotten
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 44/100
There are no city bike-share stations or protected bike lanes within the neighborhood, though the flat terrain and low-speed side streets allow for basic recreational riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low-speed residential streets with minimal through-traffic during the day
- Close proximity to authentic regional dining along historic Route 66 and Amarillo Boulevard
- Established residential base with high rates of long-term local residency
Cons
- Elevated rates of property crime and vehicle theft relative to national benchmarks
- Lower median household income and pockets of deferred housing maintenance
- Inconsistent sidewalk infrastructure and dim streetlighting after dark
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is uncommon along the interior residential streets, though occasional unhoused individuals and panhandling can be observed along nearby major commercial arterials like Amarillo Boulevard.
What Odom-Cotten is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Calm and peaceful as residents depart for work, feeling safe for morning walks and routine activities.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Quiet with light local neighborhood traffic and normal suburban daytime safety conditions.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Activity winds down quickly as natural light fades; standard situational awareness is advised.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Streets are largely deserted with minimal lighting, making night walking discouraged due to opportunistic property crime risks.
Transit, parking and getting around
Public transit is provided by Amarillo City Transit (ACT) via fixed-route buses running along nearby Grand Street and Amarillo Boulevard; Amarillo does not have a rail or BRT system.
Free and ample curbside street parking is available across the neighborhood, and commercial venues nearby provide free surface lots.
Things to do in Odom-Cotten
- Explore vintage roadside architecture and signage along nearby historic Route 66
- Visit neighboring Glenwood Park for community green space, sports fields, and walking paths
- Sample authentic local Panhandle dining and Tex-Mex along the adjacent Grand Street corridor
Local favorites
- Coyote Bluff Cafe · Burger Restaurant · 4.6★ (2150)Famed, rustic local eatery known for spicy specialty burgers and featured on national food programs.
- Tyler's Barbeque · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.6★ (1820)Beloved smokehouse serving classic Texas brisket, pulled pork, and homestyle sides.
- El Manantial Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (460)Casual neighborhood destination serving traditional Mexican breakfasts, tacos, and platters.
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Common questions about Odom-Cotten
Is Odom-Cotten safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is Odom-Cotten a good place to live?
On safety, Odom-Cotten scores 62/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is Odom-Cotten?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 44/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near Odom-Cotten are safer?
Jons-Danner-Gilvin Estate (79), Skyline Terrace (66) score higher nearby.
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