Caney, OK

Oklahoma

Caney is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 423. Residents earn $70,938 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
423 Population 557/sq mi density
$70,938 Median Income $32,466 per capita
$99,000 Home Value $248,326 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$70,938 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,000 home value
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,938
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,000
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population423
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density557/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,938
Per Capita$32,466
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$485M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$248,326

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property5,000/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary2,500/100K

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Elevation590 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute32 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries1

Is Caney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caney receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Caney offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Caney is $70,938, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Caney is $99,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Caney is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,000 per 100,000, 155% above the national average.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Caney enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Caney has a population of 423 with a density of 557 people per square mile. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.1%), with 44.2% Hispanic, 2.8% Black.

Population

423
Total Population
557
People / sq mi
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Caney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Caney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caney is $70,938, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Caney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,938
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,466
Avg Weekly Wage$775
IRS Avg AGI$51,056

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)334
County GDP$485M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare23
Retail53
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,900
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Caney is $99,000, 65% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $248,326.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,000
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$248,326

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-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,900
46% below US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Caney, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma13.5%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.0%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death12,958/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access28.6%
Healthcare Facilities23
Caney has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,000 per 100,000 (155% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,000.0/100K
155% above US avg
Burglary2,500.0/100K
Theft2,500.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Caney has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.7 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation590 ft (180 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density557/sq mi
Coordinates34.2358°N, 96.2172°W
County FIPS40005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.6-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.3%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 71.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density557/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants27
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Work from Home6.4%

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