Garvin, OK

Oklahoma

Garvin is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 148. Residents earn $51,875 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
148 Population 78/sq mi density
$51,875 Median Income $26,764 per capita
$98,800 Home Value
$763 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$51,875 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,800 home value, $763/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,875
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,800
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population148
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density78/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 63%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,875
Per Capita$26,764
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$758M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,800
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease8.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain54.5 in/yr
Elevation435 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+81.8%
School Score4.96

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute14 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries5

Is Garvin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garvin receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Garvin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garvin is $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Garvin is $98,800, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Garvin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Garvin has a population of 148 with a density of 78 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.8%), with 22.3% Hispanic.

Population

148
Total Population
78
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Garvin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Garvin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garvin is $51,875, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Garvin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,875
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,764
Avg Weekly Wage$834
IRS Avg AGI$48,878

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)320
County GDP$758M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare37
Retail53
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,531
56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Garvin is $98,800, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,800
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$705
1 Bedroom$714
2 Bedrooms$937
3 Bedrooms$1,249
4 Bedrooms$1,534

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,531
56% below US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In Garvin, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 39.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Garvin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes14.8%
Heart Disease8.7%
High Blood Pressure40.7%
Asthma12.9%
COPD11.5%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity39.3%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress18.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.2%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death11,822/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access37.6%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Garvin has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.5 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation435 ft (133 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density78/sq mi
Coordinates33.9572°N, 94.9310°W
County FIPS05133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.7-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80%
D 18.3%

Winner: Republican by 61.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+81.8%
School Test Score4.96
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density78/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants25
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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