Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area
Box is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 92. Residents earn $55,139 per year, which is 27% below the national average.
Based on current data, Box receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Box stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Box is $55,139, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
The median home value in Box is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 37.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Box enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. 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 | $55,139 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $15,455 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $732 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,345 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.7% |
| 75% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 767 |
| County GDP | $998M |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 71 |
| Retail | 136 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,124 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 21.24% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $9,999 |
| 96% below US avg |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,124 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 21.24% |
| Obesity | 47.3% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.0% |
| Asthma | 13.5% |
| COPD | 10.0% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.4% |
| Depression | 27.8% |
| Mental Distress | 22.2% |
| Physical Distress | 17.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 84.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 14,517/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.0 inches |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 852 ft (260 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5700°N, 94.9728°W |
| County FIPS | 40135 |
Winner: Republican by 61.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 37.3% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 64.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Retail Stores | 136 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |