Blair, OK

Oklahoma

Blair is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 606. Residents earn $46,654 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
606 Population 1,263/sq mi density
$46,654 Median Income $25,901 per capita
$90,700 Home Value $71,271 Zillow
$742 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$46,654 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,700 home value, $742/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,654
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,700
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $742
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population606
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density1,263/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,654
Per Capita$25,901
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$1,482M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,700
Rent$742
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$71,271
Housing Units328
Rent Burden21.9%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking17.7%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation1,467 ft (447 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+87.8%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute16 min
Broadband89.6%
Libraries1

Is Blair a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blair receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Blair offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blair is $46,654, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Blair is $90,700, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $742 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Blair enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Blair has a population of 606 with a density of 1,263 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.2%), with 14.9% Hispanic.

Population

606
Total Population
1,263
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Blair vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blair vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blair is $46,654, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Blair vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,654
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,901
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$58,441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)672
County GDP$1,482M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare53
Retail108
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,679
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Blair is $90,700, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $742 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $71,271.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,700
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$71,271

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$742
36% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.2%
Housing Units328
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,679
23% below US avg
Effective Rate2.95%
In Blair, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits60.6%
Premature Death11,788/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access53.5%
Healthcare Facilities53
Blair has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,467 ft (447 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,263/sq mi
Coordinates34.7802°N, 99.3334°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS40065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin. 89.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.2%
D 19.9%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+87.8%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,263/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants61
Retail Stores108

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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