Erick, OK

Oklahoma

Erick is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 765. Residents earn $39,000 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
765 Population 814/sq mi density
$39,000 Median Income $25,357 per capita
$77,100 Home Value $84,836 Zillow
$790 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$39,000 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,100 home value, $790/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,000
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,100
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $790
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.4%
153% higher than US avg

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

People

Population765
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density814/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,000
Per Capita$25,357
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty31.4%
County GDP$1,261M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,100
Rent$790
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$84,836

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Elevation2,065 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+88.9%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute13 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Erick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Erick receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Erick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Erick is $39,000, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 31.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Erick is $77,100, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $790 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Erick 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 26.2 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Erick has a population of 765 with a density of 814 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%), with 5.6% Hispanic.

Population

765
Total Population
814
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Erick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Erick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Erick is $39,000, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Erick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,000
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,357
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$61,083

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.4%
153% above US avg
Establishments (County)777
County GDP$1,261M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare81
Retail127
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,513
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.1 min
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Erick is $77,100, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $790 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $84,836.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,100
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$84,836
Median List Price$89,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$89,900
$/Sq Ft$73
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio86.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$790
32% 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-Occupied62.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,513
0% below US avg
Effective Rate4.56%
In Erick, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 33.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma12.0%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity33.8%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death11,753/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access79.6%
Healthcare Facilities81

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Erick has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.2 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,065 ft (629 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density814/sq mi
Coordinates35.2156°N, 99.8687°W
County FIPS40009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 14.2%

Winner: Republican by 70.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density814/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants69
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.1 min
Work from Home6.2%

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