Chewey, OK

Oklahoma

Chewey is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 435. Residents earn $68,333 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
435 Population 17/sq mi density
$68,333 Median Income $23,382 per capita
$109,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,700 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,333
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,700
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.2%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population435
Median Age22.7 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female72% / 28%
Largest GroupWhite 46%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,333
Per Capita$23,382
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,335M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,089 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+75.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute18 min
Libraries3

Is Chewey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chewey receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Chewey stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chewey is $68,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chewey is $109,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Chewey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Chewey has a population of 435 with a density of 17 people per square mile. The median age is 22.7 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.4%), with 28% Hispanic, 3.9% Black.

Population

435
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
22.7yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
25.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 72.2%
Female 27.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Chewey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.7%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.3%
29% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chewey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chewey is $68,333, which is 9% below 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 18 minutes.

Income: Chewey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,333
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,382
Avg Weekly Wage$818
IRS Avg AGI$60,487

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)942
County GDP$1,335M

Business (County)

Restaurants87
Healthcare83
Retail149
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,794
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chewey is $109,700, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,700
61% 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-Occupied93.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,794
8% above US avg
Effective Rate3.46%
In Chewey, 45.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 38.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.2%
41% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma13.8%
COPD10.3%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity38.7%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress17.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.6%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death13,171/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access49.0%
Healthcare Facilities83

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Chewey has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)
Area25.7 sq mi (66.7 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates36.1125°N, 94.7257°W
County FIPS40041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+75.0%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area25.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants87
Retail Stores149

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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