Depew, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Depew is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 388. Residents earn $37,188 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
388 Population 380/sq mi density
$37,188 Median Income $20,492 per capita
$57,000 Home Value $239,218 Zillow
$879 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
212 Violent Crime/100K 636 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$37,188 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,000 home value, $879/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
212 violent crimes/100K (44% below avg)
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,188
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,000
80% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 212/100K
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $879
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.2%
176% higher than US avg

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

People

Population388
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density380/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,188
Per Capita$20,492
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty34.2%
County GDP$2,855M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,000
Rent$879
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$239,218

Crime

F
Violent212/100K
Property636/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault212/100K
Burglary424/100K

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Elevation862 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute27 min
Libraries6

Is Depew a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Depew receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Depew has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Depew is $37,188, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 34.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Depew is $57,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $879 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Depew is below the national average at 212 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 636 per 100,000, 68% below the national average.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Depew enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Depew has a population of 388 with a density of 380 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66%), with 25.5% Hispanic, 4.6% Black.

Population

388
Total Population
380
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Depew vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Depew vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Depew is $37,188, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Depew vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,188
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,492
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$68,232

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.2%
176% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,724
County GDP$2,855M

Business (County)

Restaurants96
Healthcare105
Retail175
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,899
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Depew is $57,000, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $879 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,218.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,000
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$239,218

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$879
24% 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-Occupied66.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,899
11% above US avg
Effective Rate6.84%
In Depew, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.1%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death12,169/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities105
Depew has a violent crime rate of 212 per 100,000 residents, 44% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 636 per 100,000 (68% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent211.9/100K
44% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault211.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property635.6/100K
68% below US avg
Burglary423.7/100K
Theft211.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Depew has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.0 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation862 ft (263 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density380/sq mi
Coordinates35.8014°N, 96.5111°W
County FIPS40037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density380/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities105
Restaurants96
Retail Stores175

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations273
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Work from Home5.4%

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