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Fort Towson, OK

Oklahoma

Fort Towson is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 578. Residents earn $50,250 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
578 Population 103/sq mi density
$50,250 Median Income $28,901 per capita
$133,000 Home Value $190,224 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 28.1% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$50,250 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,000 home value, $825/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,250
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,000
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population578
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans14.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,250
Per Capita$28,901
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$589M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,000
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$190,224
Housing Units295
Rent Burden28.1%

Health

Obesity41.8%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking19.3%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI45 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation490 ft (149 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+87.6%
Graduate+7.2%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute28 min
Broadband72.9%
Libraries1

Is Fort Towson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Towson receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fort Towson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Towson is $50,250, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Towson is $133,000, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Towson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Fort Towson has a population of 578 with a density of 103 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.5%), with 19.2% Hispanic.

Population

578
Total Population
103
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Towson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Towson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Towson is $50,250, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Fort Towson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,250
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,901
Avg Weekly Wage$836
IRS Avg AGI$48,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)386
County GDP$589M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare54
Retail50
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,570
55% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Towson is $133,000, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $190,224.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,000
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$190,224

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.8%
Housing Units295
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,570
55% below US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Fort Towson, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fort Towson vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.6%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits53.2%
Premature Death17,858/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access28.1%
Healthcare Facilities54
Fort Towson has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation490 ft (149 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.6 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates34.0314°N, 95.2776°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS40023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.4-point margin. 72.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.2%
D 16.7%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+87.6%
Graduate Degree+7.2%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density103/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants26
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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