Dickson, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Marshall County County
Dickson, OK
At a Glance
How Dickson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dickson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dickson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dickson residents earn a median household income of $72,143 , which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,782. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 362 business establishments, including 46 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dickson is $188,000 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $254,947. Median rent is $986/month, with 28.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1985.
Safety & Crime
Dickson reports 295 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 22% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 810/100K.
Education
22.9% of adults in Dickson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 88.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dickson has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches.