Billings, OK

Oklahoma

Billings is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 551. Residents earn $47,188 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
551 Population 822/sq mi density
$47,188 Median Income $17,573 per capita
$44,400 Home Value $85,482 Zillow
$633 Median Rent 18.0% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$47,188 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$44,400 home value, $633/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,188
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $44,400
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population551
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density822/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,188
Per Capita$17,573
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$844M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$44,400
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$85,482
Rent Burden18.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Elevation1,027 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+66.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute16 min
Libraries1

Is Billings a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Billings receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Billings offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Billings is $47,188, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Billings is $44,400, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Billings enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Billings has a population of 551 with a density of 822 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.9%), with 15.8% Hispanic.

Population

551
Total Population
822
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Billings vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Billings vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Billings is $47,188, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Billings vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,188
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,573
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$63,293

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)267
County GDP$844M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare14
Retail38
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,172
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Billings is $44,400, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $85,482.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$44,400
84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$85,482

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% below US avg
Rent Burden18.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,172
38% below US avg
Effective Rate4.89%
In Billings, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.9%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death10,225/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access46.6%
Healthcare Facilities14

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Billings has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.3 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density822/sq mi
Coordinates36.5376°N, 97.4417°W
County FIPS40103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.7%
D 20.4%

Winner: Republican by 57.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+66.7%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density822/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants23
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Work from Home7.8%

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