Median Income
$28,050
63% lower than US avg
Home Value
$58,100
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$463
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
51.7%
61% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
29.9%
141% higher than US avg
How Durant Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,904
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density850/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 12%
Economy
C
Median Income$28,050
Per Capita$15,128
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty29.9%
County GDP$641M
Commute30 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$58,100
Rent$463
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$77,430
Health
Obesity51.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease7.8%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain62.5 in/yr
Elevation276 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+81.8%
School Score4.42
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute30 min
Libraries1
Is Durant a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Durant receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Durant offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Durant is $28,050, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 29.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Durant is $58,100, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $463 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Durant enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 62.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Durant has a population of 1,904 with a density of 850 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (87.9%), with 12.1% White.
Population
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% 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 $28,050, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,050 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $15,128 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $826 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,406 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 29.9% |
| 141% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 413 |
| County GDP | $641M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 33 |
| Retail | 65 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,656 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.57% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Durant is $58,100, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $463 (60% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $77,430.
Home Values
| Census Median | $58,100 |
| 79% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $77,430 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $463 |
| 60% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $751 |
| 1 Bedroom | $782 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $924 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,177 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,656 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.57% |
In Durant, 51.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 44.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Durant vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 51.7% |
| 61% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 20.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 53.1% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 10.2% |
| Stroke | 6.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 10.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 44.2% |
| Depression | 18.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 83.7% |
| Premature Death | 13,490/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 32.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
Crime Rates: Durant vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Durant has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 62.5 inches |
| 65% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 1.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 850/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0819°N, 89.8573°W |
| County FIPS | 28007 |