Box, OK

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.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
92 Population 28/sq mi density
$55,139 Median Income $15,455 per capita
$9,999 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$55,139 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$9,999 home value
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,139
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.3%
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.3%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.7%
75% higher than US avg

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

People

Population92
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density28/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 33%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,139
Per Capita$15,455
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty21.7%
County GDP$998M

Housing

A+
Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation852 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
CommuteN/A
Broadband64.0%
Libraries2

Is Box a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Box has a population of 92 with a density of 28 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (67.4%), with 32.6% White.

Population

92
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Box vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Box vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Box is $55,139, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Box vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,139
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,455
Avg Weekly Wage$732
IRS Avg AGI$52,345

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.7%
75% above US avg
Establishments (County)767
County GDP$998M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare71
Retail136
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,124
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate21.24%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Box is $9,999, 96% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,124
39% below US avg
Effective Rate21.24%
In Box, 47.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 35.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.3%
47% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure40.0%
Asthma13.5%
COPD10.0%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity35.4%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress17.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.9%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death14,517/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access40.2%
Healthcare Facilities71

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Box has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation852 ft (260 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates35.5700°N, 94.9728°W
County FIPS40135
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 37.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.5-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.2%
D 18.7%

Winner: Republican by 61.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.3%
11% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.08
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density28/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants75
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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