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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 94.9% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.1% |
| 62% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $39,000 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,357 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,041 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,083 |
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 31.4% |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 777 |
| County GDP | $1,261M |
| Restaurants | 69 |
| Healthcare | 81 |
| Retail | 127 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,513 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.56% |
| Commute Time | 13.1 min |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |
| Census Median | $77,100 |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $84,836 |
| Median List Price | $89,900 |
| Median List Price | $89,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $73 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 86.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 7 |
| Census Median Rent | $790 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,513 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.56% |
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.7% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.8% |
| Depression | 27.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 11,753/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Annual Average | 59.6°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 26.2 inches |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 7.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2,065 ft (629 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 814/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2156°N, 99.8687°W |
| County FIPS | 40009 |
Winner: Republican by 70.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.1% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 814/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
| Restaurants | 69 |
| Retail Stores | 127 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 13.1 min |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |