Evening Shade, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Evening Shade is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 512. Residents earn $38,417 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
512 Population 39/sq mi density
$38,417 Median Income $34,639 per capita
$138,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$38,417 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$138,800 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,417
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $138,800
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.6%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.0%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population512
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

B+
Median Income$38,417
Per Capita$34,639
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$998M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$138,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation875 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.6%
High School+87.3%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute34 min
Libraries2

Is Evening Shade a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Evening Shade receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Evening Shade stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Evening Shade is $38,417, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Evening Shade is $138,800, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Evening Shade enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Evening Shade has a population of 512 with a density of 39 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.6%), with 30.3% Hispanic.

Population

512
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
13.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.5%
Female 44.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Evening Shade vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Evening Shade vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Evening Shade is $38,417, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Evening Shade vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,417
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,639
Avg Weekly Wage$732
IRS Avg AGI$52,345

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)767
County GDP$998M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare71
Retail136
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,124
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.5 min
Work from Home26.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Evening Shade is $138,800, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,800
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,124
39% below US avg
Effective Rate1.53%
In Evening Shade, 45.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Evening Shade vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.0%
40% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma13.0%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity33.2%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.4%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death14,517/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access40.2%
Healthcare Facilities71

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Evening Shade has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation875 ft (267 m)
Area13.3 sq mi (34.4 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates35.6210°N, 94.9054°W
County FIPS40135
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 37.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.2%
D 18.7%

Winner: Republican by 61.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.6%
12% above US avg
High School+87.3%
School Test Score5.08
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area13.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants75
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.5 min
Work from Home26.2%

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