Oklahoma
Bowlegs is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 371. Residents earn $58,500 per year, which is 22% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bowlegs receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Bowlegs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Bowlegs is $58,500, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Bowlegs is $56,300, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Bowlegs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $58,500 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,985 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $903 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,010 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 504 |
| County GDP | $978M |
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 46 |
| Retail | 61 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,400 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.26% |
| Commute Time | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
| Census Median | $56,300 |
| 80% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,400 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.26% |
| Obesity | 43.1% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.0% |
| Asthma | 12.6% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.5% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 16,302/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 46 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Annual Average | 60.8°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 940 ft (287 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 100/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1473°N, 96.6693°W |
| County FIPS | 40133 |
Winner: Republican by 49.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.8% |
| 68% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 100/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 46 |
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Retail Stores | 61 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 22.6 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |