Asher, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Pontotoc County County
Asher, OK
At a Glance
How Asher Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Asher's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Asher a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Asher residents earn a median household income of $106,250 , which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,784. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,188 business establishments, including 80 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Asher is $132,700 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $189,695. Median rent is $867/month, with 37.5% 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 2000.
Education
5.9% of adults in Asher hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below the national average). 90.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Asher has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.