Alderson, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Pittsburg County County
Alderson, OK
At a Glance
How Alderson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Alderson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Alderson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Alderson residents earn a median household income of $42,292 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,775. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,046 business establishments, including 97 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Alderson is $100,000 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $117,842. Median rent is $1,075/month, with 24.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1983.
Education
0.0% of adults in Alderson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below the national average). 85.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Alderson has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.