Coweta, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Coweta is a small city in Oklahoma with a population of 10,157. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
10,157 Population 1,007/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $30,599 per capita
$185,900 Home Value $266,984 Zillow
$959 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
187 Violent Crime/100K 832 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$185,900 home value, $959/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
187 violent crimes/100K (51% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $185,900
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 187/100K
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.8%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $959
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,157
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density1,007/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$30,599
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$1,998M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,900
Rent$959
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$266,984

Crime

F
Violent187/100K
Property832/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault125/100K
Burglary208/100K

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation702 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.8%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Coweta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coweta receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Coweta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coweta is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coweta is $185,900, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $959 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Coweta is below the national average at 187 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 832 per 100,000, 58% below the national average.

Education

24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Coweta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Coweta has a population of 10,157 with a density of 1,007 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.1%), with 18.4% Hispanic, 5.2% Black.

Population

10,157
Total Population
1,007
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
10.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Coweta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coweta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coweta is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Coweta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,000
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,599
Avg Weekly Wage$1,058
IRS Avg AGI$73,764

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,140
County GDP$1,998M

Business (County)

Restaurants90
Healthcare90
Retail122
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,521
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Coweta is $185,900, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $959 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $266,984.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,900
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$266,984
Median List Price$275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$275,000
$/Sq Ft$164
Homes Sold28
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops31.4%
Inventory70

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$959
18% 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-Occupied69.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,521
1% above US avg
Effective Rate1.89%
In Coweta, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death8,869/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities90
Coweta has a violent crime rate of 187 per 100,000 residents, 51% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 832 per 100,000 (58% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent187.3/100K
51% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape62.4/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault124.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property832.5/100K
58% below US avg
Burglary208.1/100K
Theft551.5/100K
Vehicle Theft72.8/100K
Arson10.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Coweta has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Area10.1 sq mi (26.1 km²)
Population Density1,007/sq mi
Coordinates35.9718°N, 95.6710°W
County FIPS40145
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 49.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.8%
26% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,007/sq mi
Total Area10.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities90
Restaurants90
Retail Stores122

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Work from Home9.1%

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