Asher, OK

Oklahoma

Asher is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 459. Residents earn $106,250 per year, which is 41% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
459 Population 596/sq mi density
$106,250 Median Income $40,784 per capita
$132,700 Home Value $186,052 Zillow
$867 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$106,250 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,700 home value, $867/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $106,250
41% higher than US avg
Home Value $132,700
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population459
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density596/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A+
Median Income$106,250
Per Capita$40,784
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$2,828M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,700
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,052

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Elevation997 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute37 min
Libraries2

Is Asher a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Asher receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Asher offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Asher is $106,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 41% above $75,149. This places Asher among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Asher is $132,700, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Asher enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Asher has a population of 459 with a density of 596 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.1%), with 23.1% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

459
Total Population
596
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Asher vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Asher vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Asher is $106,250, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Asher vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$106,250
41% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,784
Avg Weekly Wage$1,107
IRS Avg AGI$65,502

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below 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 Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.5 min
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Asher is $132,700, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,052.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,700
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$186,052

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$867
25% 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-Occupied82.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,869
18% below US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
In Asher, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 33.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma12.8%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity33.4%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.6%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death13,577/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access59.4%
Healthcare Facilities124

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Asher has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.5 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation997 ft (304 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density596/sq mi
Coordinates34.9884°N, 96.9254°W
County FIPS40123
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% 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+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density596/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants80
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.5 min
Work from Home14.5%

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