Population114,453 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
Panhandle Horizons with Layers of Human History
Potter County, TexasPotter County connects Amarillo with a Panhandle landscape whose human history extends far beyond the county’s creation. Amarillo serves as the county seat and largest city. Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument offers a focused way to consider the relationship between people and stone in this region. Plan a visit around the monument’s current tour arrangements, then connect that experience with the county’s communities and the wider Amarillo area.
Potter County at a Glance
Population114,453 (July 1, 2025 estimate)
County SeatAmarillo
Largest CityAmarillo
Established1876 (organized 1887)
ZIP Codes26
Total Area922 sq mi (2,390 km 2 )
Major RoutesI-27 I-40 I-40 BL (Amarillo) US 60 US 87 US 287 SH 136 Loop 279 Loop 335 Loop 362 Loop 395 Loop 434 Spur 228 Spur 468 Spur 591
Area Code806
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Potter County
Potter County was created in 1876 and organized in 1887. It was named for Robert Potter, a Texas Declaration of Independence signer who also served as secretary of the navy for the Republic of Texas. Amarillo became the county seat. The county’s administrative history is much more recent than the human use of the region’s natural resources. Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument provides another perspective, with ranger-led interpretation connecting geology, human activity and the surrounding landscape over a much longer timescale.
Alibates quarry tours require reservations through the National Park Service. Review the current description carefully when deciding whether the walk suits your group, including its terrain, conditions and required preparation. Weather can affect whether a tour takes place. Plan the monument as a specific destination rather than assuming unrestricted quarry access, and leave time for the drive from Amarillo. Other stops can then be chosen to complement the visit without crowding the day.
What Shapes Us
Amarillo
Amarillo is the county seat and largest city. The wider urban area crosses county boundaries, so match each destination or public-service inquiry to its actual location.
Alibates Quarries
The national monument connects geology with human history. Ranger-guided quarry tours require reservations, making advance planning an essential part of a visit to the site.
Two County Dates
Potter County was created in 1876 and organized in 1887. The distinction records separate steps in government formation within the wider Panhandle story.
Panhandle landscapes connect present communities with a much longer past.
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Potter County
Our County. Our Stories.
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News & resources for Potter County
Local reporting when available, plus statewide Texas news and official resources.
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County Resources
Useful connections for everyday life
Find public information and services through the county and relevant service providers.
Government
County & local resources
County Judge
County judge’s office and county administration information.
County Treasurer
Treasurer’s office, county finances and public financial information.
Address 900 South Polk Street, Suite 401, Amarillo, Texas 79101
Phone (806) 349-4834
Food, housing & family support
High Plains Food Bank — food assistance
Regional food-bank network serving Potter County. Find a nearby pantry or distribution and confirm its schedule before visiting.
High Plains Food Bank — food assistance — details and contacts
2-1-1 Texas — local assistance
Search community assistance by location and type of need, including food, housing and family support.
Texas HHS — local family support
Search family-support programs and local services for parents and caregivers.
Schools
County & local resources
River Road ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Highland Park ISD
School and district information, contacts and educational resources.
Child care & learning
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships
Review child-care scholarship information and the application process for families who need care while working or attending education or training.
Texas Child Care Connection — scholarships — details and contacts
Potter County — AgriLife Extension
Find county Extension contacts, local educational programs and 4-H information.
Hospitals
County & local resources
Bsa Hospital — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Northwest Texas Hospital — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Quail Creek Surgical Hospital — Acute Care Hospitals
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Va Amarillo Healthcare System — Acute Care – Veterans Administration
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Amarillo — Psychiatric
Health services and information about finding local assistance.
Health, aging & caregiver support
Texas WIC — office locator
Find a nearby WIC office and contact it about appointments, nutrition support and eligibility.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers
Find the regional center that helps older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers explore services and support.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers — details and contacts
Local mental and behavioral health authorities
Use the Texas HHS directory to find the authority serving your county and its contact information.
Local mental and behavioral health authorities — details and contacts
Public Safety
County & local resources
Emergency Services
For an immediate emergency, call 911. These links provide emergency planning, coordination and recovery information.
County & local resources
Texas Division of Emergency Management — Region 1 serving Potter County
Emergency preparedness, local alerts and response information.
Prepare before an emergency
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials
Download emergency plans, supply checklists and preparedness materials in English and Spanish.
Texas Ready — emergency planning materials — details and contacts
State Parks
No qualifying TPWD state park open for ordinary public visits was verified for Potter County in the reviewed sources as of October 3, 2026. This is a limitation of this guide’s verified list, not a statement that none exists. Other sourced outdoor options appear in the local directory below.
Trails
Selected local walking, hiking, cycling or paddling options. Check the linked operator or local tourism information for access, fees and current conditions.
County & local resources
Wildcat Bluff Discovery Center
Outdoor recreation, routes and visitor planning information.
Utilities
Water utilities listed for the county. Confirm the provider for your specific address; service territories vary within county lines.
County & local resources
Help with household costs
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance
Find local providers for utility bills, housing, weatherization and accessibility repairs. Providers handle applications; availability and eligibility vary.
Help for Texans — housing and utility assistance — details and contacts
Libraries
County & local resources
Accessible reading & library services
Texas Talking Book Program
Learn about accessible library services for qualifying Texans with visual, physical or reading disabilities.
Courts
Use the named county court links or search the official Texas courts directory by county and court name. Confirm the hearing or filing location directly; a regional court may serve more than one county.
County & local resources
47th District Court
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
108th District Court
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
251st District Court
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
320th District Court
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
County Court at Law # 1
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
County Court at Law # 2
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Potter County — County Court (County Constitutional Court)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Potter County — 181st District Court (District)
Court information, office contacts and public records resources.
Find legal assistance
TexasLawHelp — legal help directory
Search legal-aid organizations by counties covered and area of legal help. Each organization determines service availability and eligibility.
DMV
For local vehicle titles and registration, start with the county tax office. Texas DPS handles driver licenses.
County & local resources
Potter County Tax Office
Tax office information, payments and available services.
Texas resources
Buying or selling a vehicle
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Apply for a Texas driver license
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Driver license appointments
Vehicle registration, licensing and office information.
Transportation
These agencies or county departments serve local transportation needs. Check routes, service boundaries, eligibility and advance booking with the provider.
County & local resources
Amarillo -Amarillo Transit System
Transportation services, routes and travel information.
Panhandle Community Services, Inc. – Panhandle Transit District
Transportation services, routes and travel information.
Postal Services
Local postal facilities listed in USPS property records. Confirm retail hours, available services and temporary closures with USPS before visiting.
County & local resources
Amarillo Post Office — Downtown Station
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Amarillo Post Office — Jordan Station
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Amarillo Post Office — Lone Star Station
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Amarillo Post Office — Pdc
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
National resources
USPS — confirm local hours and services
Postal locations, mailing services and address information.
Veterans
County & local resources
Panhandle Regional Veterans Treatment Court
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Potter County veterans service contact — (806) 468-1885
Veterans services, benefits information and support resources.
Employment
County & local resources
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Employment opportunities, job-search assistance and workforce services.
Job search & employment support
Workforce Solutions — find an office
Find nearby workforce offices for job-search, training and employer services.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup
Find a vocational rehabilitation office to discuss employment services for people with disabilities.
Vocational rehabilitation — office lookup — details and contacts
A little local knowledge goes a long way
Find practical information before you visit or make a move.
Helpful Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Start with the essentials, then follow the source links for more detail.
Amarillo is the county seat of Potter County, Texas.
The county overview lists Amarillo as its largest community.
The total area is 922 sq mi (2,390 km 2 ), including land and water.
Use the Potter County government website for county offices and public information.
The National Park Service requires reservations for ranger-guided quarry tours. Check current availability and access instructions before traveling. Official information.
Read the official tour description for walking difficulty, preparation and weather-related cancellations so that the outing matches your group’s needs. Official information.
The county links residents to Potter County — County Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Use the county’s page for Potter County — District Clerk. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
Office information is available through Potter County — County Judge. Check that page for current office details before a visit.
OHMS Cafe & Bar is one option. Explore a downtown Amarillo dining option.
Texas Ivy Antiques is one option. Browse antiques and locally made items along Route 66.
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Find Something Fun
Make time for a local discoveryPlan your day around places and experiences in the county.
Kids’ Fun
- Don Harrington Discovery Center — Explore hands-on science exhibits and planetarium shows; check admission.
- Thompson Park Playground — Enjoy the playground designed for children of differing abilities.
- Amarillo Sod Poodles Baseball — Plan a family game outing at Hodgetown during baseball season.
Restaurants
- OHMS Cafe & Bar — Explore a downtown Amarillo dining option.
- Crush — Plan a downtown meal stop.
- Toscana Italian Steakhouse — Consider an Italian steakhouse meal downtown.
Shopping & Retail
- Texas Ivy Antiques — Browse antiques and locally made items along Route 66.
- Lile Art Gallery — Explore an art-shopping stop in the historic district.
- Windswept Prairie Plants — Browse plants at a Route 66 shop.
Clothing & Boutiques
- Evermore — Browse vintage fashion in the Route 66 district.
- The Nat — Explore vintage clothing alongside antiques in a historic building.
- Los Tres Vaqueros Western — Shop western apparel, hats and boots on Grand Street.
Outdoor Fun
- Alibates Flint Quarries Ranger Tour — Reserve a ranger-led quarry hike; review terrain and participation requirements.
- Wildcat Bluff Discovery Center — Explore nature trails; check the posted road detour and admission before visiting.
- Thompson Park Playground — Plan an outdoor play stop at the public park.
Free Things To Do
- Alibates Visitor Center — Visit the national monument’s exhibits without an entrance fee.
- Historic Route 66 District Walk — Stroll public sidewalks along Sixth Avenue and browse historic storefronts.
- Thompson Park Playground — Enjoy a public playground visit without buying an attraction ticket.
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