Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area
Blackburn is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 80. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.
Based on current data, Blackburn receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Blackburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Blackburn is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Blackburn is $78,300, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Blackburn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $58,750 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,044 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $870 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,128 |
| Unemployment | 5.3% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.5% |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 358 |
| County GDP | $457M |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 36 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,394 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.06% |
| Commute Time | 42.8 min |
| Work from Home | 12.9% |
| Census Median | $78,300 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $625 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,394 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.06% |
| Obesity | 37.6% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.1% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.2% |
| Depression | 24.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 13,688/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 33.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 36 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 37.4 inches |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 7.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 811 ft (247 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 267/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.3733°N, 96.5966°W |
| County FIPS | 40117 |
Winner: Republican by 58.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.9% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 79.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 267/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 26.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 36 |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Retail Stores | 40 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 42.8 min |
| Work from Home | 12.9% |