Canton, OK

Oklahoma

Canton is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 503. Residents earn $61,818 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
503 Population 967/sq mi density
$61,818 Median Income $23,670 per capita
$69,700 Home Value $108,415 Zillow
$773 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
163 Violent Crime/100K 327 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$61,818 median income, 9.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,700 home value, $773/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
163 violent crimes/100K (57% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,818
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $69,700
75% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 163/100K
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $773
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.0%
150% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population503
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density967/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,818
Per Capita$23,670
Unemployment9.0%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$633M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,700
Rent$773
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$108,415

Crime

F
Violent163/100K
Property327/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary163/100K

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Elevation1,587 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+84.3%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 9%
Commute14 min
Libraries1

Is Canton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canton receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Canton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Canton is $61,818, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Canton is $69,700, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $773 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Canton is below the national average at 163 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 327 per 100,000, 83% below the national average.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Canton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Canton has a population of 503 with a density of 967 people per square mile. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.1%), with 21.3% Hispanic.

Population

503
Total Population
967
People / sq mi
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Canton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Canton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Canton is $61,818, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Canton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,818
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,670
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$62,985

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.0%
150% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)250
County GDP$633M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare16
Retail35
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,685
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Canton is $69,700, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $773 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,415.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,700
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$108,415

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$773
34% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,685
52% below US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In Canton, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death10,913/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access38.4%
Healthcare Facilities16
Canton has a violent crime rate of 163 per 100,000 residents, 57% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 327 per 100,000 (83% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent163.4/100K
57% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape163.4/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property326.8/100K
83% below US avg
Burglary163.4/100K
Theft163.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Canton has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.8 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall12.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,587 ft (484 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density967/sq mi
Coordinates36.0550°N, 98.5884°W
County FIPS40093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.8%
D 9.4%

Winner: Republican by 79.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+84.3%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density967/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants11
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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