El Reno, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

El Reno is a small city in Oklahoma with a population of 17,919. Residents earn $54,459 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
17,919 Population 225/sq mi density
$54,459 Median Income $25,074 per capita
$157,000 Home Value $178,397 Zillow
$904 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
265 Violent Crime/100K 2,306 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$54,459 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,000 home value, $904/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
265 violent crimes/100K (30% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,459
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,000
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 265/100K
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $904
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.6%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population17,919
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density225/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,459
Per Capita$25,074
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$8,255M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,000
Rent$904
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,397

Crime

F
Violent265/100K
Property2,306/100K
Murder11.0/100K
Assault177/100K
Burglary502/100K

Health

Obesity43.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Elevation1,325 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+85.2%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute22 min
EV Stations5
Libraries4

Is El Reno a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Reno receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. El Reno offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Reno is $54,459, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in El Reno is $157,000, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $904 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in El Reno is below the national average at 265 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,306 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

El Reno enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

El Reno has a population of 17,919 with a density of 225 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.4%), with 12.7% Hispanic, 6.8% Black.

Population

17,919
Total Population
225
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
79.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

El Reno vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.1%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.9%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

El Reno vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Reno is $54,459, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: El Reno vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,459
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,074
Avg Weekly Wage$953
IRS Avg AGI$79,307

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,086
County GDP$8,255M

Business (County)

Restaurants260
Healthcare313
Retail328
Manufacturing78

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,742
7% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in El Reno is $157,000, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $904 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,397.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,000
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$178,397
Median List Price$195,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$195,000
$/Sq Ft$135
Homes Sold18
Sale-to-List Ratio94.7%
Price Drops27.6%
Inventory87

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$904
22% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,271

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,742
7% above US avg
Effective Rate2.38%
In El Reno, 43.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 33.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: El Reno vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.6%
36% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity33.5%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death7,145/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access73.2%
Healthcare Facilities313
El Reno has a violent crime rate of 265 per 100,000 residents, 30% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,306 per 100,000 (18% above US avg). The murder rate is 11.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent264.9/100K
30% below US avg
Murder11.0/100K
75% above US avg
Rape44.1/100K
Robbery33.1/100K
Assault176.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,306.5/100K
18% above US avg
Burglary502.1/100K
Theft1,743.6/100K
Vehicle Theft60.7/100K
Arson44.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
El Reno has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,325 ft (404 m)
Area79.6 sq mi (206.1 km²)
Population Density225/sq mi
Coordinates35.5418°N, 97.9613°W
County FIPS40017
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.2%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 40.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+85.2%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density225/sq mi
Total Area79.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities313
Restaurants260
Retail Stores328

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Work from Home6.3%

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