Is SchmidtsVille safe?
Amarillo, Texas · safety score updated nightly
Be careful — go in daylight and stay on the busier streets.
VibeLoco rates SchmidtsVille as “Caution”.
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Gogo's take on SchmidtsVille
“Go with care. SchmidtsVille is an older, working-class residential pocket in North Amarillo that sees relatively elevated rates of property crime and occasional violent incidents compared to the city's south side. Visitors visiting local establishments or driving through will generally be fine during the day, but standard personal awareness and locking car doors are strongly advised.”
About the area
SchmidtsVille is an established, modest neighborhood located in North Amarillo featuring predominantly mid-century single-family houses and local commercial strips nearby along North Grand Street and Amarillo Boulevard. It offers an authentic slice of everyday Panhandle life with easy highway access, but lacks formal tourist attractions and modern pedestrian infrastructure.
- Working-Class
- Residential
- Car-Dependent
- Modest / Quiet
Walking and biking in SchmidtsVille
Walk score: 42/100 · Bike score: 45/100
There are no dedicated bike-share stations or protected bike lanes in the neighborhood; cycling is mostly limited to shared residential roads without direct connection to major off-street greenways.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Quick and direct vehicular access to Route 66 and Highway 287 corridors
- Close proximity to authentic, long-standing local Tex-Mex eateries and panaderias
- Quiet residential side streets with lower daytime foot traffic
Cons
- Property crime and vehicle burglary rates are higher than the Amarillo citywide median
- Household median income is below average with pockets of elevated poverty and older rental stock
- Limited continuous sidewalks and poor pedestrian lighting after dark
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal within the interior residential blocks of SchmidtsVille, though occasional unhoused individuals and panhandling can be observed along nearby transit stops on Amarillo Boulevard and North Grand Street.
What SchmidtsVille is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Mornings are generally quiet with residents commuting and local work vehicles traversing the primary streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Afternoons are active with local commerce along major avenues, remaining relatively safe for day-to-day errands.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Activity winds down quickly at dusk, and side streets become dimly lit, calling for increased vigilance.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Late nights carry an elevated safety risk due to sparse lighting, minimal foot traffic, and potential for property crimes.
Transit, parking and getting around
Amarillo City Transit (ACT) provides fixed-route bus service along major perimeter corridors like Route 3 and Route 4, though frequencies are generally limited to 30-to-60-minute intervals and there is no rail or BRT system.
Street parking is widely available and free of charge throughout residential streets, and commercial strips feature dedicated, free surface parking lots.
Things to do in SchmidtsVille
- Sample regional Mexican bakery staples and authentic street tacos along adjacent North Grand Street
- Visit nearby Thompson Memorial Park for open green spaces, picnic areas, and disc golf
- Take a short drive south to explore the historic Route 66 district and Downtown Amarillo cultural venues
Local favorites
- El Manantial Restaurant · Mexican Restaurant · 4.4★ (420)Beloved local spot serving authentic Mexican comfort fare and hearty breakfast plates.
- Taqueria El Tapatio · Taco Restaurant · 4.5★ (310)No-frills counter-serve fixture known for flavorful tacos, tortas, and house-made salsas.
- Panaderia San Jose · Bakery · 4.6★ (280)Traditional neighborhood bakery featuring freshly baked conchas, pastries, and sweet breads.
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Common questions about SchmidtsVille
Is SchmidtsVille safe to walk at night?
Take care after dark: stick to lit main streets or take a ride.
Is SchmidtsVille a good place to live?
On safety, SchmidtsVille scores 58/100 — below average, so visit at different times of day before deciding to move.
How walkable is SchmidtsVille?
Walk score 42/100 and bike score 45/100. Most trips need a car.
Which areas near SchmidtsVille are safer?
University Heights (Amarillo) (70), Park City (69), Pleasant Valley (Amarillo) (63) score higher nearby.
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