Blackburn, OK

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.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
80 Population 267/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $27,044 per capita
$78,300 Home Value
$625 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,300 home value, $625/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,300
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.5%
49% higher than US avg

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

People

Population80
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density267/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$27,044
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty18.5%
County GDP$457M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,300
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Elevation811 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+79.2%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute43 min
Broadband26.0%
Libraries2

Is Blackburn a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Blackburn has a population of 80 with a density of 267 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.3%), with 38.8% Hispanic.

Population

80
Total Population
267
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.8%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Blackburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Blackburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blackburn is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Blackburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,044
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$55,128

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above US avg
Establishments (County)358
County GDP$457M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare36
Retail40
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.8 min
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Blackburn is $78,300, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,300
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% 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-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Blackburn, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.9%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death13,688/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access33.5%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Blackburn has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation811 ft (247 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density267/sq mi
Coordinates36.3733°N, 96.5966°W
County FIPS40117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.6%
D 19.7%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+79.2%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density267/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants25
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.8 min
Work from Home12.9%

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