Colbert, OK

Oklahoma

Colbert is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 1,248. Residents earn $45,263 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,248 Population 918/sq mi density
$45,263 Median Income $24,492 per capita
$86,600 Home Value $198,801 Zillow
$884 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
85 Violent Crime/100K 931 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$45,263 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,600 home value, $884/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
85 violent crimes/100K (78% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,263
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,600
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 85/100K
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $884
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.7%
91% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,248
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density918/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,263
Per Capita$24,492
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty23.7%
County GDP$2,641M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,600
Rent$884
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,801

Crime

F
Violent85/100K
Property931/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault85/100K
Burglary339/100K

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Elevation672 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+82.2%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is Colbert a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colbert receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Colbert has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Colbert is $45,263, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Colbert is $86,600, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $884 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Colbert is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 85 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 931 per 100,000, 52% below the national average.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Colbert enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Colbert has a population of 1,248 with a density of 918 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.7%), with 14.1% Hispanic, 9.7% Black.

Population

1,248
Total Population
918
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Colbert vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Colbert vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colbert is $45,263, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Colbert vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,263
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,492
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$60,011

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.7%
91% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,222
County GDP$2,641M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare124
Retail155
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,752
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Colbert is $86,600, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $884 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,801.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,600
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,801
Median List Price$119,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$119,900
$/Sq Ft$142
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$884
24% 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-Occupied61.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,752
21% below US avg
Effective Rate3.18%
In Colbert, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 37.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure39.6%
Asthma12.9%
COPD9.7%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity37.0%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.2%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death12,725/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access37.4%
Healthcare Facilities124
Colbert has a violent crime rate of 85 per 100,000 residents, 78% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 931 per 100,000 (52% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent84.7/100K
78% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault84.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property931.4/100K
52% below US avg
Burglary338.7/100K
Theft423.4/100K
Vehicle Theft169.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Colbert has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.3 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation672 ft (205 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density918/sq mi
Coordinates33.8584°N, 96.5076°W
County FIPS40013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.6%
D 20%

Winner: Republican by 58.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+82.2%
School Test Score5.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density918/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants94
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Work from Home9.4%

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