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Fort Towson, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Choctaw County County
Fort Towson, OK
At a Glance
How Fort Towson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fort Towson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fort Towson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fort Towson residents earn a median household income of $50,250 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,901. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0% (67% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 386 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fort Towson is $133,000 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $190,224. Median rent is $825/month, with 28.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
Fort Towson reports 823 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 117% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,675/100K. The murder rate is 205.8/100K.
Education
13.1% of adults in Fort Towson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 87.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 gets 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.