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Custer City, OK

Oklahoma

Custer City is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 564. Residents earn $71,458 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
564 Population 925/sq mi density
$71,458 Median Income $22,815 per capita
$73,300 Home Value $139,173 Zillow
$1,071 Median Rent 21.8% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 320 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,458 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,300 home value, $1,071/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,458
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,300
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,071
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population564
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density925/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans14.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,458
Per Capita$22,815
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$1,812M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,300
Rent$1,071
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,173
Housing Units243
Rent Burden21.8%

Health

Obesity42.5%
Uninsured11.0%
Smoking18.6%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation1,768 ft (539 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+90.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.65

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute37 min
Broadband84.9%
Libraries4

Is Custer City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Custer City receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Custer City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Custer City is $71,458, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Custer City is $73,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,071 per month. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Custer City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 320 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Custer City has a population of 564 with a density of 925 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 6.4% Hispanic.

Population

564
Total Population
925
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Custer City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Custer City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Custer City is $71,458, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Custer City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,458
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,815
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$65,613

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,812M

Business (County)

Restaurants91
Healthcare108
Retail143
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,862
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.5 min
Drive Alone74.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Custer City is $73,300, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,071 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,173.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,300
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,173

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,071
8% below US avg
Rent Burden21.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$646
1 Bedroom$732
2 Bedrooms$937
3 Bedrooms$1,303
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.3%
Housing Units243
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,862
18% below US avg
Effective Rate3.90%
In Custer City, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Custer City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep41.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Uninsured11.0%
28% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits54.8%
Premature Death10,914/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access58.4%
Healthcare Facilities108
Custer City has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.0 inches. The area enjoys 320 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,768 ft (539 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density925/sq mi
Coordinates35.6638°N, 98.8869°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS40039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.3-point margin. 84.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.7%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 53.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+90.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.65
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density925/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.9%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants91
Retail Stores143

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.5 min
Drive Alone74.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.4%

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