Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area
Cameron is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 309. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.
Based on current data, Cameron receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cameron offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Cameron is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Cameron is $72,500, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Cameron enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,000 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,978 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,061 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,751 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.1% |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,751 |
| County GDP | $9,255M |
| Restaurants | 302 |
| Healthcare | 482 |
| Retail | 538 |
| Manufacturing | 156 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,305 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.56% |
| Commute Time | 28.7 min |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |
| Census Median | $72,500 |
| 74% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $152,516 |
| Census Median Rent | $725 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,305 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.56% |
| Obesity | 39.3% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.5% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.3% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,659/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 482 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| Annual Average | 63.0°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 496 ft (151 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 207/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1375°N, 94.5393°W |
| County FIPS | 05131 |
Winner: Republican by 37.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 4.7% |
| 86% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 207/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 482 |
| Restaurants | 302 |
| Retail Stores | 538 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| Avg Commute | 28.7 min |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |