Bug Tussle, OK

Oklahoma

Bug Tussle is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 267. Residents earn $82,417 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
267 Population 91/sq mi density
$82,417 Median Income $37,537 per capita
$159,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,417 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,000 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,417
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $159,000
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.1%
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population267
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density91/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,417
Per Capita$37,537
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$512M

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Elevation590 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
CommuteN/A
Broadband51.0%
Libraries2

Is Bug Tussle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bug Tussle receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Bug Tussle stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bug Tussle is $82,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bug Tussle is $159,000, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bug Tussle enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Bug Tussle has a population of 267 with a density of 91 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.8%), with 29.2% Hispanic.

Population

267
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bug Tussle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bug Tussle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bug Tussle is $82,417, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bug Tussle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,417
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,537
Avg Weekly Wage$710
IRS Avg AGI$49,190

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)421
County GDP$512M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare39
Retail59
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,148
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home31.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bug Tussle is $159,000, 44% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,000
44% 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)$2,148
39% below US avg
Effective Rate1.35%
In Bug Tussle, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bug Tussle vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death14,640/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access31.3%
Healthcare Facilities39

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Bug Tussle has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.3°F
15% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation590 ft (180 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates35.0333°N, 95.6756°W
County FIPS40091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.7-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.7%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 52.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.1%
14% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.08
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density91/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants45
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home31.1%

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