Apache, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Apache is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 1,062. Residents earn $49,022 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,062 Population 485/sq mi density
$49,022 Median Income $26,325 per capita
$85,400 Home Value $114,789 Zillow
$657 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$49,022 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,400 home value, $657/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,022
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,400
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $657
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.3%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,062
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density485/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 58%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,022
Per Capita$26,325
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty19.3%
County GDP$6,959M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,400
Rent$657
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$114,789

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,181/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary347/100K

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,285 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute24 min
Libraries3

Is Apache a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Apache receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Apache offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Apache is $49,022, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 19.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Apache is $85,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $657 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Apache 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 1,181 per 100,000, 40% below the national average.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Apache enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Apache has a population of 1,062 with a density of 485 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.2%), with 41.8% Hispanic.

Population

1,062
Total Population
485
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Apache vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Apache vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Apache is $49,022, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Apache vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,022
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,325
Avg Weekly Wage$987
IRS Avg AGI$56,453

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.3%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,708
County GDP$6,959M

Business (County)

Restaurants264
Healthcare262
Retail392
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,195
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Apache is $85,400, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $657 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $114,789.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,400
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$114,789

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$657
44% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,195
9% below US avg
Effective Rate3.74%
In Apache, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 33.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure37.7%
Asthma12.7%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity33.4%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.5%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death11,410/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access69.1%
Healthcare Facilities262
Apache has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,181 per 100,000 (40% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Apache 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 Property1,180.6/100K
40% below US avg
Burglary347.2/100K
Theft833.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Apache has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,285 ft (392 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density485/sq mi
Coordinates34.8942°N, 98.3587°W
County FIPS40031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.7%
D 37.4%

Winner: Republican by 23.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density485/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities262
Restaurants264
Retail Stores392

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Work from Home1.3%

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