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Altus, OK

Oklahoma · Jackson County

Altus is a small city in Oklahoma with a population of 18,670. Residents earn $55,550 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
18,670 Population 1,025/sq mi density
$55,550 Median Income $30,250 per capita
$124,800 Home Value $104,843 Zillow
$897 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
226 Violent Crime/100K 2,143 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$55,550 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,800 home value, $897/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
226 violent crimes/100K (40% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $55,550
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,800
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 226/100K
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $897
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.4%
8% higher than US avg

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

People

Population18,670
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density1,025/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,550
Per Capita$30,250
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty13.4%
County GDP$1,482M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,800
Rent$897
Ownership55.9%
Zillow$104,843
Housing Units8,947
Rent Burden24.4%

Crime

F
Violent226/100K
Property2,143/100K
Murder5.4/100K
Assault151/100K
Burglary485/100K

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured15.3%
Smoking17.3%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+85.2%
Graduate+7.9%
School Score5.47

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute11 min
Broadband88.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Altus a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Altus is $55,550, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Altus is $124,800, 56% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $897 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Altus is below the national average at 226 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,143 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Altus enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Altus has a population of 18,670 with a density of 1,025 people per square mile, spread across 18.6 square miles. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. The city is predominantly White (68.8%), with 5.7% Hispanic, 8.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 81.4% of residents, while 18.6% speak Spanish. 13.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.2% of residents have a disability. 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

18,670
Total Population
1,025
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
18.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Altus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 81.4%
4% above US avg
Spanish 18.6%
39% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Altus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Altus is $55,550, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,250 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,015, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 672 business establishments, including 61 restaurants. The cost of living index is 87.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Altus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,550
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,250
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$58,441
Gini Index0.423 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.4%
8% above US avg
Establishments (County)672
County GDP$1,482M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare53
Retail108
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,679
23% below US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.1 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Altus is $124,800, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $104,843, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.6% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $897 (23% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $791 for a one-bedroom to $995 for a two-bedroom apartment. 55.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 8,947 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $2,679 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 24.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,800
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$104,843
Median List Price$243,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$243,450
$/Sq Ft$131
Homes Sold22
Sale-to-List Ratio98.6%
Price Drops17.5%
Inventory63

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$897
23% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership55.9%
Owner-Occupied55.9%
Renter-Occupied44.1%
Housing Units8,947
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,679
23% below US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Altus, 41.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 38.0% have high blood pressure. 17.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.6% report binge drinking. 35.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.2% experience frequent mental distress. 15.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,377. The dentist ratio is 1:2,232. 53.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-22)

PM2.5
8.5
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
8.9
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
3.7
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
58.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.4
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
141.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.6%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity35.1%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep41.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%
Uninsured15.3%
78% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,377
Dentists1:2,232
Mental Health1:398
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits55.7%
Premature Death11,788/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access53.5%
Healthcare Facilities53
Altus has a violent crime rate of 226 per 100,000 residents, 40% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 150.8 per 100,000, robbery at 21.5, rape at 48.5. The murder rate is 5.4 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,143 per 100,000, 9% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,491, burglary at 485, vehicle theft at 167 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Altus receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent226.2/100K
40% below US avg
Murder5.4/100K
15% below US avg
Rape48.5/100K
Robbery21.5/100K
Assault150.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,143.0/100K
9% above US avg
Burglary484.6/100K
Theft1,491.5/100K
Vehicle Theft166.9/100K
Arson16.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Altus enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 326 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 27.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45. The city sits at an elevation of 1,368 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)
Area18.6 sq mi (48.1 km²)
Population Density1,025/sq mi
Coordinates34.6571°N, 99.3090°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyJackson County County
Nearest AirportAltus/Quartz Mountain Regional (AXS)
3 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.6"
27% below US avg
Snowfall 4.1"
Wettest Month (May) 4.61"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.94"

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score86.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability49.2 / 100
Community Resilience25.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Very High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

123 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 12, 2025.

Apr 28, 1998 9 km NE of Medicine Park, Oklahoma M3.9 83 km
Feb 8, 2002 8 km SW of Elgin, Oklahoma M3.8 87 km
Sep 25, 2023 9 km WNW of Velma, Oklahoma M3.7 142 km
Aug 27, 2017 15 km WSW of Watonga, Oklahoma M3.5 143 km
Aug 9, 2021 4 km N of Wheeler, Texas M3.5 127 km
Jan 28, 2009 0 km ENE of Amber, Oklahoma M3.4 143 km
Mar 11, 2010 14 km S of Calumet, Oklahoma M3.4 141 km
May 2, 2020 10 km SE of Amber, Oklahoma M3.3 148 km
Feb 15, 1997 14 km NE of Hedley, Texas M3.2 120 km
Feb 18, 2018 15 km WSW of Watonga, Oklahoma M3.2 143 km
May 25, 2017 5 km WSW of Tuttle, Oklahoma M3.2 148 km
Apr 7, 2021 2 km SE of Union City, Oklahoma M3.2 149 km
Mar 13, 2010 15 km W of Union City, Oklahoma M3.1 136 km
Apr 1, 2018 13 km W of Union City, Oklahoma M3.1 137 km
Apr 17, 2018 16 km ENE of Thomas, Oklahoma M3.1 142 km
Jun 19, 2018 11 km WSW of Union City, Oklahoma M3.1 138 km
Mar 19, 2020 10 km WSW of Blanchard, Oklahoma M3.0 149 km
Apr 5, 1995 5 km NNE of Rocky, Oklahoma M3.0 66 km
Feb 12, 1997 1 km N of Clarendon, Texas M3.0 148 km
Mar 11, 2010 10 km W of Union City, Oklahoma M3.0 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

740 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 32 fatalities, 459 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 7, 2011 EF4 37 km 0
Apr 10, 1979 EF4 53 km 11
Apr 17, 1976 EF4 76 km 0
May 26, 1962 EF4 97 km 0
May 25, 1962 EF4 69 km 0
May 24, 1957 EF4 86 km 4
May 25, 1955 EF4 92 km 2
May 1, 1954 EF4 84 km 0
May 4, 2022 EF3 85 km 0
May 16, 2015 EF3 36 km 0
May 5, 2007 EF3 96 km 0
Oct 9, 2001 EF3 61 km 0
Oct 9, 2001 EF3 86 km 0
Oct 9, 2001 EF3 75 km 0
May 3, 1999 EF3 94 km 0
May 15, 1991 EF3 97 km 0
May 16, 1982 EF3 81 km 0
May 11, 1982 EF3 4 km 0
May 11, 1982 EF3 6 km 2
May 11, 1982 EF3 36 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: FERGUSON (41,429 ac, 2011).

Year Name Acres Distance
2011 FERGUSON 41,429 57 km
2022 COCONUT 27,963 87 km
1996 TRIANGLE FIRE 25,553 88 km
2006 BUCKLE L 2 25,179 87 km
2012 TOWNLEY ROAD 24,139 48 km
2018 MILLIRON 20,437 70 km
1996 BUCKLE L FIRE 20,089 84 km
1996 WESTSIDE 16,723 49 km
2024 RUSH 12,239 63 km
2018 CARBON 12,143 93 km
2011 WICHITA COUNTY COMPLEX 12,118 95 km
2019 VIVIAN 11,825 83 km
2008 UNNAMED 10,392 74 km
2022 62 FIRE 9,804 40 km
1995 CR 359 FIRE 9,324 94 km
1993 CRATER CREEK 8,963 67 km
2000 CRATERLK-L 8,876 66 km
1994 MT SCOTT 8,005 69 km
2000 UNNAMED 7,962 76 km
2011 COPPER BREAKS 7,918 84 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 44°F (7°C) 1.1 in
March 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
April 62°F (16°C) 2.3 in
May 71°F (22°C) 4.6 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 3.9 in
July 84°F (29°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 2.6 in
September 75°F (24°C) 3.5 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in
November 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.1 in

Altus has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 39°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (0.9").

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Altus is located in Jackson County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 23.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 30% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 78.2% of the vote, a 58.3-point margin. 88.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 53 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.2%
D 19.9%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+85.2%
Graduate Degree+7.9%
School Test Score5.47
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,025/sq mi
Total Area18.6 sq mi
CountyJackson County County

Services

Broadband Access88.9%
Avg Download Speed53.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed8.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants61
Retail Stores108

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.1 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%
Average costs for common services in Altus. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $220 ($132–$351)
Specialist Visit $307 ($176–$483)
Urgent Care Visit $176 ($88–$307)
Emergency Room Visit $1,932 ($702–$4,390)
Dental Cleaning $114 ($66–$176)
Dental Filling $220 ($132–$351)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $66 ($44–$105)
Brake Pad Replacement $263 ($132–$439)
Tire Rotation $35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4) $527 ($351–$878)
Battery Replacement $176 ($88–$307)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $88 ($53–$132)
Electrician (Per Hour) $79 ($44–$123)
HVAC Repair $351 ($132–$702)
HVAC System Install $6,146 ($3,512–$10,536)
Roof Repair $878 ($351–$1,756)
Roof Replacement $7,902 ($4,829–$13,170)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,317 ($439–$3,073)
Divorce (Contested) $13,170 ($4,390–$26,340)
DUI Defense $4,390 ($1,756–$8,780)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,317 ($702–$2,634)
Will Preparation $439 ($176–$878)
Trust Preparation $2,195 ($878–$4,390)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$88)
Hair Coloring (Full) $132 ($66–$220)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$57)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($44–$114)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.60 ($2.63–$4.83)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.07 ($2.20–$4.39)
Loaf of Bread $3.34 ($2.20–$4.83)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.95 ($2.63–$5.71)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.83 ($3.51–$6.59)
Rice (per lb) $0.88 ($0.53–$1.58)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $123 ($70–$220)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$132)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$105)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$88)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $57 ($26–$88)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44–$132)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $176 ($66–$439)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,756 ($1,054–$3,073)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$114)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.02–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $88 ($26–$220)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$66)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,054 ($527–$2,195)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $878 ($439–$1,756)
After-School Care (Monthly) $351 ($176–$615)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22–$88)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $878 ($351–$2,195)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,975 ($4,390–$26,340)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($26–$88)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $88 ($44–$176)
Dog Grooming $53 ($26–$88)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter $263 ($132–$439)
Cat Spay/Neuter $176 ($88–$351)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$910
Toddler$786
Preschool$786
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$660
Toddler$607
Preschool$607
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Jackson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 1,159 60 $19,174 1.33
Retail Trade 1,149 98 $36,602 1.20
Health Care & Social Assistance 509 48 $38,633 0.37
Educational Services 434 8 $138,150 2.19
Wholesale Trade 359 28 $79,592 0.95
Finance & Insurance 248 43 $65,437 0.64
Administrative & Waste Services 213 43 $40,075 0.38
Other Services 110 29 $30,137 0.38
Real Estate 77 25 $39,078 0.52
Information & Technology 44 11 $46,470 0.24
Arts & Entertainment 21 6 $16,884 0.13

Colleges & Universities in Altus

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Western Oklahoma State College Public · Associate 1,665 $5,250 $9,422
Southwest Technology Center Public · Certificate 365

Hospitals in Altus

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
JACKSON COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL AUTHORITY Acute Care Hospitals 4/5 Yes (580) 379-5500

Schools in Altus

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
ALTUS HS High 921 54 17.1:1
ALTUS JHS Middle 491 29 16.9:1
ALTUS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Middle 490 28 17.5:1
ALTUS PRIMARY SCHOOL Elementary 436 27 16.1:1
ALTUS ES Elementary 408 22 18.5:1
RIVERS ES Elementary 391 24 16.3:1
ALTUS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Elementary 390 24 16.3:1
NAVAJO ES Elementary 273 18 15.2:1
NAVAJO HS High 96 7 13.7:1
NAVAJO JHS Middle 70 4 17.5:1
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Radio Stations near Altus

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Altus

8 national parks and monuments found near Altus.

ParkTypeFee
Copper Breaks State Park State Park Free
Crowder Lake State Park State Park Free
Fort Cobb State Park State Park Free
Foss State Park State Park Free
Great Plains State Park State Park Free
Lake Arrowhead State Park State Park Free
Quartz Mountain State Resort Park State Park Free
Washita Battlefield National Historic Site National Historic Site Free

Museums in Altus

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
WESTERN TRAIL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5804821044$87,889
JACKSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUM OF WESTERN PRAIRIEGENERAL MUSEUM1100 MEMORIAL DRIVE5804820128
OLD GREER COUNTY MUSEUM & HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM222 W JEFFERSON ST5807822851

Libraries in Altus

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SOUTHERN PRAIRIE LIBRARY SYSTEM421 N. HUDSON0.0194,898
MANGUM- MARGARET CARDER LIBRARY201 W. LINCOLN ST.0.013,277

Farmers Markets in Altus

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Altus Farmers Market1116 North Main STJune to OctoberTue:5:00 pm - 8:00 pm;Fri:5:00 pm - 8:00 pm;

Hotels in Altus

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Days Inn by Wyndham Altus
Hampton Inn & Suites
Holiday Inn Express
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Altus

Restaurants in Altus

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Altus Donuts & Fried Rice
Applebee's
Pizza Hut
Pizza Hut
Sakura

Cafes in Altus

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Just Brew It Coffee House

Cinemas in Altus

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Heritage Park Theatre 7

Monuments in Altus

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apache Monument

Clinics in Altus

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JCMH - Counseling Center

Dentists in Altus

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tamarack Dental Associates

Veterinaries in Altus

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

All Pets Medical Center

Gas Stations in Altus

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Love's

Gyms in Altus

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Altus Gym

Golf Courses in Altus

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Windy Trails

Nursing Homes in Altus

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
PLANTATION VILLAGE NURSING CENTER
2610 CEDAR CREEK DRIVE
For profit - Corporation 158 74 4/5 4/5 3/5 5804801800
ENGLISH VILLAGE MANOR
1515 CANTERBURY BLVD
For profit - Corporation 128 104 3/5 4/5 3/5 5804771133

Pharmacies in Altus

7 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BUNKER HILL PHARMACY 1610 NORTH MAIN STREET 580-482-7530
CLINIC HEALTH MART PHARMACY 205 SOUTH PARK LANE 580-482-6464
JACKSON COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 1200 EAST PECAN STREET 580-379-5000
REXCO DRUG HEALTH MART PHARMACY 2101 NORTH MAIN STREET 580-477-0381
UNITED SUPERMARKET 600 EAST BROADWAY STREET 580-477-0800
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 479 2500 NORTH MAIN STREET 580-482-8466
WALGREENS - 9670 1132 NORTH MAIN STREET 580-477-1316

EV Charging Stations in Altus

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
4 STARS TOYOTA TOYOTA EV2600 E Broadway StChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Altus

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Altus South) SE 1/4 SE 1/4 Section 30, Township 2 N, Range 20 WGTOWER107
15480 S CR 2043TOWER60

Fire Stations in Altus

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Altus Fire-Rescue115 N SpurgeonCareer580-481-2231
Friendship Volunteer Fire Department15993 S County Road 210Volunteer580-482-2989

Bridges in Altus

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete1940327,750G
SlabConcrete1945676,355G
SlabConcrete1957766,350G
CulvertConcrete1933455,900G
CulvertConcrete1930215,400G
CulvertConcrete1973333,900F
CulvertConcrete2014253,050G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19832422,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19732431,950G
CulvertConcrete2000631,550G
CulvertConcrete1990981,200G
CulvertConcrete2000251,050G
CulvertConcrete1979401,050G
CulvertConcrete200147800G
CulvertConcrete200223800G
CulvertConcrete199845400G
SlabConcrete193737200F
CulvertConcrete196163200G
CulvertConcrete198432100G
CulvertConcrete198225100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201397100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2017105100G
CulvertConcrete201632100G
CulvertConcrete193621100G
CulvertConcrete193621100F
SlabConcrete193925100F
SlabConcrete193827100F
SlabConcrete continuous193924100F
SlabConcrete continuous193924100F
SlabConcrete19403460G
CulvertConcrete19932160G
SlabConcrete19392460F
CulvertConcrete19332350G
SlabConcrete19377350F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19973050G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete199011050G
SlabConcrete19402250P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19402150P
SlabConcrete19402250F
SlabConcrete19383640F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19962830G

Correctional Facilities in Altus

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
ALTUS COMMUNITY WORK CENTER308 W. BROADWAYSTATE80CLOSED
JACKSON COUNTY JAIL600 S MAINCOUNTY130-999OPEN

Airports Near Altus

45 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Altus Air Force BaseLTSMedium Airport
Hobart Regional AirportHBRMedium Airport
Altus Quartz Mountain Regional AirportAXSSmall Airport
Baize Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Carnegie Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Chattanooga Sky Harbor AirportSmall Airport
Clinton Sherman AirportCSMSmall Airport
Cordell Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Daniel HQ/Pease Valley AirstripSmall Airport
Electra AirportSmall Airport
Ferrell Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Foard County AirportSmall Airport
Fort Sill West AirportSmall Airport
Frederick Regional AirportFDRSmall Airport
Grandfield Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Haddock FieldSmall Airport
Hohman AirportSmall Airport
Hollis Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Jennings Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Lasley Private AirportSmall Airport
Lehman AirportSmall Airport
Lockett AirportSmall Airport
Lynn AirfieldSmall Airport
Morrison AirportSmall Airport
Nowhere AirportSmall Airport
Olustee Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Pleasant Valley AirportSmall Airport
Porter AirportSmall Airport
Quanah Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Reed Aero AirportSmall Airport
Sayre Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Scott AirportSmall Airport
Scott FieldSmall Airport
Scottys FieldSmall Airport
Snyder AirportSmall Airport
The Flying Cowboy AirportSmall Airport
Tipton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Twin Lakes Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Waggoner WT East Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Walker Family Farm AirportSmall Airport
Wheeler Landing StripSmall Airport
Wichita Valley AirportSmall Airport
Wilbarger County AirportWIBSmall Airport
Windy Hill AirportSmall Airport
Wolf AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Altus

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Oklahoma Highway Patrol Troop M

Grocery Stores in Altus

22 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven Inc. 21863Convenience Store421 N Main St
Allsup's 102420Convenience Store1419 South Main Street
Allsups 102408Convenience Store1711 N Main St
ALTUS AIR FORCE BASE COMMISSARY 701Supermarket205 S 1st St Bldg 16
BRAUM'S 114Other2505 N Main St
Casey's 4519Convenience Store2516 E Broadway St
Circle K 2709262Convenience Store1204 E Broadway St
Circle K 2709263Convenience Store1301 E Tamarack Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 0533Other300 S Main St
DOLLAR GENERAL 3675Other2724 N Main St
Dollar Tree 2047Other2700 N Main St
Falcon ExpressConvenience Store1120 Falcon Rd
Family Dollar 1553Other1120 N Main St
MR. BILL GAS & FOODConvenience Store401 W Broadway St
Murphy USA 6532Convenience Store2504 N Main St
Quartz View Meat CoSpecialty Store800 S Veterans Dr
Quik Stop 123 IncConvenience Store1001 E Ridgecrest Rd
Trio Mart #1Convenience Store700 E Broadway St
United Supermarkets 366Supermarket600 E Broadway St
Walgreens 09670Other1132 N Main St
Walmart STORE 479Super Store2500 N Main St
Warrior MartConvenience Store2212 N Main St

Post Offices in Altus

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Altus Post Office

Treatment Centers in Altus

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Jim Taliaferro CMHC - Altus SatelliteBoth580-480-0650

DOL Wage Violations in Altus

24 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $289,805 in back wages owed to 1,030 employees.

24
Violations
$289,805
Back Wages Owed
1,030
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
COTTON GROWERS COOPERATIVE [OSHA] 73521 Cotton Ginning 1 $98,208 $2,284 43
Bar S Foods 73521 1 $50,663 $95 536
Les Lambert Heating & Air 73521 1 $26,986 $2,249 12
Angels Care Home Health- Altus 73521 1 $14,616 $1,827 8
Southwest Enterprises 73521 1 $13,929 $1,990 7
Southwest Construction & Steel 73521 1 $11,011 $734 15
Flight Safety Services Corporation 73521 1 $10,754 $2,151 5
OK-1 Manufacturing/Altus Athletic 73522 1 $9,820 $228 43
Burger King Restaurant Brands International 73521 1 $7,693 $93 83
Domino's Pizza 73521 1 $7,330 $44 166
A Plus Minor Emergency Walk-In Clinic 73521 1 $6,421 $459 14
Western Prairie Vet Hospital 73521 1 $5,794 $414 14
Life Place Child Development Center 73521 1 $4,854 $324 15
Fat Daddy's Grill and Drive-Thru 73521 2 $4,396 $293 15
Super 8 73521 1 $3,377 $482 7
The Tunnel 73522 1 $3,169 $198 16
Monarch Broadcasting, Inc. 73521 1 $3,006 $1,002 3
Thomason Harvesting 73521 1 $2,121 $303 7
Jackson County Emergency Services 73521 1 $2,039 $408 5
Jackson County EMS 73521 1 $1,491 $249 6
Heartland Loans Altus 73521 1 $1,194 $298 4
Dixie Quick Stop 73521 1 $715 $358 2
Dollar General #3675 Dollar General Corporation 73521 1 $144 $144 1
Kentucky Fried Chicken Yum Brands 73521 1 $74 $25 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Altus

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ALTUS CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE700 N MAIN ST
ALTUS KOREAN CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE800 N JULIAN ST
BLAIR ASSEMBLY OF GOD1304 POLK ST
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE1000 S KENNEDY ST
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH2401 N PARK LN
GLAD TIDINGS ASSEMBLY OF GOD1505 E TAMARACK RD
HEALING WATER MINISTRIES1105 S NAVAJOE ST
HOLY REVIVAL CENTER VOLUNTEERMISSION CONGREGATIONALISM INC1213 SCOTT ST
ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN MINISTRIES INC328 N STEPHENS ST
PERFECTING FAITH MINISTRIES1918 SUMNER DR
REAL IDENTITY MINISTRIES2000 E TAMARACK RD APT 509
SOUTHWEST BAPTIST ASSOCIATIONPO BOX 456
STRONG TOWER MINISTRIES805 MARTIN LUTHER KING AVE

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Altus

What is the population of Altus?

Altus has a population of 18,670 residents and is located in Oklahoma. The population density is 1,025 people per square mile, spread across 18.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Altus expensive to live in?

Altus is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 87.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $55,550, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,800 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $897 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Altus safe?

Altus is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 226 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,143 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Altus receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Altus?

Altus enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 45.

How is the job market in Altus?

Altus has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,015. There are 672 business establishments in the area, including 61 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 11 minutes, and 4.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Altus?

The median home value in Altus is $124,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $104,843. For renters, the median monthly rent is $897. Fair market rent is $791 for a 1-bedroom and $995 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 55.9%. The average annual property tax is $2,679.

How are the schools in Altus?

Schools in Altus score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.5% of adults in Altus hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Altus?

The obesity rate in Altus is 41.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.3% of adults are smokers. 35.1% are physically inactive. 24.9% of residents report depression. 15.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 53.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,377.

What is transportation like in Altus?

The average commute in Altus is 11 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Altus?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Altus is 68.8% White, 8.3% Black or African American, 5.7% Hispanic or Latino. 81.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 18.6% speak Spanish. 13.3% of the population are military veterans. 15.2% of residents have a disability. 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

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