Comanche, OK

Oklahoma

Comanche is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 1,625. Residents earn $39,667 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,625 Population 321/sq mi density
$39,667 Median Income $27,866 per capita
$71,200 Home Value $108,882 Zillow
$713 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$39,667 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,200 home value, $713/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,667
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,200
75% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $713
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,625
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density321/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,667
Per Capita$27,866
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty16.9%
County GDP$2,927M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,200
Rent$713
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$108,882

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,033/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary243/100K

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Elevation1,047 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Comanche a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Comanche is $39,667, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Comanche is $71,200, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $713 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Comanche is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,033 per 100,000, 47% below the national average.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Comanche enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Comanche has a population of 1,625 with a density of 321 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 8.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,625
Total Population
321
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Comanche vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Comanche vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Comanche is $39,667, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Comanche vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,667
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,866
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$67,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,198
County GDP$2,927M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare133
Retail187
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,919
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Comanche is $71,200, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $713 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,882.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,200
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$108,882
Median List Price$79,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$79,500
$/Sq Ft$71
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio89.4%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$713
39% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$779
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,392
4 Bedrooms$1,679

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,919
17% below US avg
Effective Rate4.10%
In Comanche, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death10,562/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities133
Comanche has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,033 per 100,000 (47% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,032.8/100K
47% below US avg
Burglary243.0/100K
Theft789.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Comanche has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood
Good Days %66.9%
Unhealthy Days7

Geography

Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²)
Population Density321/sq mi
Coordinates34.3625°N, 97.9799°W
County FIPS40137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 63.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density321/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants77
Retail Stores187

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Work from Home2.4%

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