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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $70,938 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,466 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $775 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,056 |
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.4% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 334 |
| County GDP | $485M |
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 23 |
| Retail | 53 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,900 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.92% |
| Commute Time | 31.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |
| Census Median | $99,000 |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $248,326 |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,900 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.92% |
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.0% |
| Asthma | 13.5% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.8% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,958/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 28.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 5,000.0/100K |
| 155% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 2,500.0/100K |
| Theft | 2,500.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.4°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.7 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 590 ft (180 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 557/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.2358°N, 96.2172°W |
| County FIPS | 40005 |
Winner: Republican by 71.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.2% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 557/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 59.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Retail Stores | 53 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 31.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.4% |