Median Income
$82,563
10% higher than US avg
Home Value
$202,000
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.9%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$765
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.8%
85% lower than US avg
How Durant Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,904
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1,548/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A+
Median Income$82,563
Per Capita$43,417
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$13,291M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$202,000
Rent$765
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,171
Health
Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Elevation712 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.9%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute23 min
Libraries11
Is Durant a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Durant receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Durant stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Durant is $82,563, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Durant is $202,000, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $765 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Durant experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Durant has a population of 1,904 with a density of 1,548 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 1.3% Black.
Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
The median household income in Durant is $82,563, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,563 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $43,417 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,176 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,464 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.8% |
| 85% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,239 |
| County GDP | $13,291M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 496 |
| Healthcare | 523 |
| Retail | 618 |
| Manufacturing | 172 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,638 |
| 90% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.29% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.8 min |
| Work from Home | 5.8% |
The median home value in Durant is $202,000, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $765 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,171.
Home Values
| Census Median | $202,000 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $228,171 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $765 |
| 34% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,638 |
| 90% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.29% |
In Durant, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Durant vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.9% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.1% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,236/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 523 |
Crime Rates: Durant vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Durant has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 36.2 inches |
| 5% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 712 ft (217 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,548/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6011°N, 90.9138°W |
| County FIPS | 19163 |