Oklahoma
Cherokee is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 1,319. Residents earn $55,417 per year, which is 26% below the national average.
Based on current data, Cherokee receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cherokee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Cherokee is $55,417, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Cherokee is $90,200, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 381 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 317 per 100,000, 84% below the national average.
25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Cherokee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 95.7% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.3% |
| 68% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $55,417 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,248 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $980 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,195 |
| Unemployment | 4.7% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.8% |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 147 |
| County GDP | $410M |
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,733 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.92% |
| Commute Time | 22.0 min |
| Work from Home | 8.8% |
| Census Median | $90,200 |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $60,676 |
| Census Median Rent | $788 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Studio | $764 |
| 1 Bedroom | $769 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $948 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,215 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,255 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,733 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.92% |
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.2% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.1% |
| Depression | 26.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,651/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 31.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
| Total Violent | 381.0/100K |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 381.0/100K |
| Total Property | 317.5/100K |
| 84% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 63.5/100K |
| Theft | 127.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 127.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.1°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,180 ft (360 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 647/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7507°N, 98.3577°W |
| County FIPS | 40003 |
Winner: Republican by 76.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.9% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.07 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 647/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Retail Stores | 21 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 22.0 min |
| Work from Home | 8.8% |