Colcord, OK

Oklahoma

Colcord is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 888. Residents earn $32,868 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
888 Population 362/sq mi density
$32,868 Median Income $18,490 per capita
$92,100 Home Value
$774 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$32,868 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,100 home value, $774/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,868
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,100
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $774
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.7%
75% higher than US avg

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

People

Population888
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density362/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

C+
Median Income$32,868
Per Capita$18,490
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty21.7%
County GDP$1,335M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,100
Rent$774
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,152 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+74.8%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute30 min
Libraries3

Is Colcord a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colcord receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Colcord offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Colcord is $32,868, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 21.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Colcord is $92,100, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $774 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Colcord 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.

Colcord has a population of 888 with a density of 362 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.8%), with 44.8% Hispanic.

Population

888
Total Population
362
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Colcord vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Colcord vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colcord is $32,868, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Colcord vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,868
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,490
Avg Weekly Wage$818
IRS Avg AGI$60,487

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.7%
75% above 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 Rate4.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Colcord is $92,100, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $774 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,100
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$774
33% 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-Occupied59.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,794
8% above US avg
Effective Rate4.12%
In Colcord, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 35.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure39.8%
Asthma13.0%
COPD9.9%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity35.9%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.2%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death13,171/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Colcord 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

Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density362/sq mi
Coordinates36.2647°N, 94.6923°W
County FIPS40041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% 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+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+74.8%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density362/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants87
Retail Stores149

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Work from Home1.1%

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