Carney, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Carney is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 512. Residents earn $53,333 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
512 Population 299/sq mi density
$53,333 Median Income $26,798 per capita
$94,700 Home Value $198,587 Zillow
$847 Median Rent 13.6% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$53,333 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,700 home value, $847/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,333
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $94,700
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $847
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population512
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density299/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,333
Per Capita$26,798
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$1,268M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,700
Rent$847
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,587
Rent Burden13.6%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,144/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary306/100K

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,051 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute31 min
Broadband70.9%
Libraries2

Is Carney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carney 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Carney offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carney is $53,333, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carney is $94,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $847 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Carney 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 2,144 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Carney enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Carney has a population of 512 with a density of 299 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.5%), with 18.2% Hispanic.

Population

512
Total Population
299
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Carney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carney is $53,333, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Carney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,333
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,798
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$81,286

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)937
County GDP$1,268M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare60
Retail113
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,503
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Carney is $94,700, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $847 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,587.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,700
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,587

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$847
27% below US avg
Rent Burden13.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,503
0% below US avg
Effective Rate3.70%
In Carney, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.5%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death7,691/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access58.4%
Healthcare Facilities60
Carney has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,144 per 100,000 (9% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Carney 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 Property2,144.0/100K
9% above US avg
Burglary306.3/100K
Theft1,378.3/100K
Vehicle Theft459.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Carney has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,051 ft (320 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density299/sq mi
Coordinates35.8059°N, 97.0155°W
County FIPS40083
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin. 70.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 24.4%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density299/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants58
Retail Stores113

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

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