Flute Springs, OK

Oklahoma · Metropolitan Area

Flute Springs is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 95. Residents earn $51,667 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
95 Population 22/sq mi density
$51,667 Median Income $24,240 per capita
$117,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$51,667 median income, 10.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,200 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,667
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,200
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.1%
181% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population95
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 19%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,667
Per Capita$24,240
Unemployment10.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$998M
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation893 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+85.5%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute46 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries2

Is Flute Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flute Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Flute Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flute Springs is $51,667, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Flute Springs is $117,200, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Flute Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Flute Springs has a population of 95 with a density of 22 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (78.9%), with 18.9% White.

Population

95
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Flute Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.2%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.8%
3% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Flute Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flute Springs is $51,667, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Flute Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,667
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,240
Avg Weekly Wage$732
IRS Avg AGI$52,345

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.1%
181% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate1.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.5 min
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Flute Springs is $117,200, 58% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,200
58% 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-Occupied73.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,124
39% below US avg
Effective Rate1.81%
In Flute Springs, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Flute Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma12.6%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.1%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate59.8%
Checkup Rate65.3%
Premature Death14,517/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Flute Springs has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation893 ft (272 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates35.6267°N, 94.8000°W
County FIPS40135
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.5-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.2%
D 18.7%

Winner: Republican by 61.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants75
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.5 min
Work from Home8.9%

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