Bowlegs, OK

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.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
371 Population 100/sq mi density
$58,500 Median Income $24,985 per capita
$56,300 Home Value
$850 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,500 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,300 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,500
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,300
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population371
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,500
Per Capita$24,985
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$978M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,300
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation940 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+80.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute23 min
Libraries3

Is Bowlegs a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Bowlegs has a population of 371 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.6%), with 28.3% Hispanic, 3.8% Black.

Population

371
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bowlegs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bowlegs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bowlegs is $58,500, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Bowlegs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,500
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,985
Avg Weekly Wage$903
IRS Avg AGI$51,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)504
County GDP$978M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare46
Retail61
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bowlegs is $56,300, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,300
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% 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-Occupied85.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
Effective Rate4.26%
In Bowlegs, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 33.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma12.6%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity33.5%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.7%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death16,302/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access53.9%
Healthcare Facilities46

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Bowlegs has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation940 ft (287 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates35.1473°N, 96.6693°W
County FIPS40133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24.3%

Winner: Republican by 49.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+80.9%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants41
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Work from Home8.1%

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