Allen, OK

Oklahoma

Allen is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 966. Residents earn $42,708 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
966 Population 1,028/sq mi density
$42,708 Median Income $22,575 per capita
$82,200 Home Value $176,293 Zillow
$919 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$42,708 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,200 home value, $919/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,708
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,200
71% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $919
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.6%
115% higher than US avg

How Allen Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population966
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1,028/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,708
Per Capita$22,575
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty26.6%
County GDP$2,828M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,200
Rent$919
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$176,293
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property966/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary215/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation868 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+88.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute17 min
Libraries2

Is Allen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Allen receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Allen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Allen is $42,708, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 26.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Allen is $82,200, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $919 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Allen is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 966 per 100,000, 51% below the national average.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Allen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Allen has a population of 966 with a density of 1,028 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.9%), with 20.4% Hispanic.

Population

966
Total Population
1,028
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Allen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Allen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Allen is $42,708, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Allen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,708
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,575
Avg Weekly Wage$1,107
IRS Avg AGI$65,502

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.6%
115% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,188
County GDP$2,828M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare124
Retail157
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,869
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.4 min
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Allen is $82,200, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $919 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $176,293.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,200
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$176,293
Median List Price$178,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$178,000
$/Sq Ft$131
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$919
21% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,869
18% below US avg
Effective Rate3.49%
In Allen, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Allen vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma12.3%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death13,577/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access59.4%
Healthcare Facilities124
Allen has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 966 per 100,000 (51% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Allen vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property965.7/100K
51% below US avg
Burglary214.6/100K
Theft643.8/100K
Vehicle Theft107.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Allen has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation868 ft (265 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density1,028/sq mi
Coordinates34.8776°N, 96.4129°W
County FIPS40123
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 25.7%

Winner: Republican by 46.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+88.6%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,028/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants80
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.4 min
Work from Home1.4%

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