Oklahoma
Cottonwood is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 113. Residents earn $32,500 per year, which is 57% below the national average.
Based on current data, Cottonwood receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cottonwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Cottonwood is $32,500, 57% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Cottonwood is $86,800, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $580 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Cottonwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
| English Only | 99.0% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.0% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $32,500 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,096 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $887 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,512 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.1% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 131 |
| County GDP | $300M |
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.07% |
| Commute Time | 18.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $86,800 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $580 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,800 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.07% |
| Obesity | 43.2% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.4% |
| Asthma | 13.5% |
| COPD | 10.5% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.9% |
| Depression | 30.0% |
| Mental Distress | 22.4% |
| Physical Distress | 17.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 15,140/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 46.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 61.1°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.6 inches |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 3.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 588 ft (179 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 171/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.5547°N, 96.2032°W |
| County FIPS | 40029 |
Winner: Republican by 71.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.2% |
| 70% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 171/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 52.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Retail Stores | 21 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 18.6 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |