Cave Spring, OK

Oklahoma

Cave Spring is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 69. Residents earn $88,750 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
69 Population 14/sq mi density
$88,750 Median Income $30,548 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,750
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.0%
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population69
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density14/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 29%
Veterans73.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,750
Per Capita$30,548
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$593M
Commute50 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,117 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.0%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute50 min
Broadband24.0%
Libraries2

Is Cave Spring a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cave Spring receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Cave Spring stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cave Spring is $88,750, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cave Spring is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Cave Spring enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Cave Spring has a population of 69 with a density of 14 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (71%), with 29% White.

Population

69
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.2%
Female 63.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cave Spring vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.5%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.5%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cave Spring vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cave Spring is $88,750, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.

Income: Cave Spring vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,750
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,548
Avg Weekly Wage$815
IRS Avg AGI$44,121

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)355
County GDP$593M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare17
Retail57
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,870
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.9 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cave Spring is $95,000, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

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-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,870
47% below US avg
Effective Rate1.97%
In Cave Spring, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 33.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cave Spring vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma13.4%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity33.4%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.7%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death16,046/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access15.8%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Cave Spring has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,117 ft (340 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.6 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates35.7282°N, 94.7581°W
County FIPS40001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 40.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 17.8%

Winner: Republican by 63 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.0%
19% above US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.08
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density14/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants25
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.9 min
Work from Home5.0%

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