Cedar Lake, OK

Oklahoma

Cedar Lake is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 378. Residents earn $37,083 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
378 Population 434/sq mi density
$37,083 Median Income $48,314 per capita
$77,000 Home Value
$744 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$37,083 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,000 home value, $744/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,083
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $744
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.5%
49% higher than US avg

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

People

Population378
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density434/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,083
Per Capita$48,314
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty18.5%
County GDP$1,235M
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,000
Rent$744
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,450 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+83.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute46 min
Libraries5

Is Cedar Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cedar Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Cedar Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cedar Lake is $37,083, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cedar Lake is $77,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $744 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Cedar Lake 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.

Cedar Lake has a population of 378 with a density of 434 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

378
Total Population
434
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cedar Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cedar Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cedar Lake is $37,083, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Cedar Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,083
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,314
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$54,015

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above US avg
Establishments (County)620
County GDP$1,235M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare42
Retail87
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,770
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.9 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Cedar Lake is $77,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $744 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$744
36% 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-Occupied82.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,770
49% below US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In Cedar Lake, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 32.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cedar Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity32.6%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death16,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access38.9%
Healthcare Facilities42

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Cedar Lake has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°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 (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,450 ft (442 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density434/sq mi
Coordinates35.4270°N, 98.1930°W
County FIPS40015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.5%
D 25.4%

Winner: Republican by 47.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+83.4%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density434/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants43
Retail Stores87

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.9 min
Work from Home5.5%

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