Grove, OK

Oklahoma

Grove is a small city in Oklahoma with a population of 7,101. Residents earn $56,875 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
7,101 Population 747/sq mi density
$56,875 Median Income $38,751 per capita
$232,400 Home Value $286,824 Zillow
$887 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
522 Violent Crime/100K 2,550 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,875 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$232,400 home value, $887/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
522 violent crimes/100K (37% above avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,875
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $232,400
18% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 522/100K
37% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.4%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $887
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,101
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density747/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,875
Per Capita$38,751
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$1,335M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$232,400
Rent$887
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,824

Crime

F
Violent522/100K
Property2,550/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault507/100K
Burglary298/100K

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation825 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.4%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute22 min
Libraries3

Is Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grove is $56,875, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grove is $232,400, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $887 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 522 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,550 per 100,000, 30% above the national average.

Education

30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Grove has a population of 7,101 with a density of 747 people per square mile. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74%), with 18.4% Hispanic.

Population

7,101
Total Population
747
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grove is $56,875, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,875
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,751
Avg Weekly Wage$818
IRS Avg AGI$60,487

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)942
County GDP$1,335M

Business (County)

Restaurants87
Healthcare83
Retail149
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,794
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Grove is $232,400, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $887 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,824.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$232,400
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$286,824

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$887
24% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,794
8% above US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Grove, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death13,171/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access49.0%
Healthcare Facilities83
Grove has a violent crime rate of 522 per 100,000 residents, 37% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,550 per 100,000 (30% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent522.0/100K
37% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery14.9/100K
Assault507.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,550.3/100K
30% above US avg
Burglary298.3/100K
Theft2,222.2/100K
Vehicle Theft29.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Grove has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation825 ft (251 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.6 km²)
Population Density747/sq mi
Coordinates36.5850°N, 94.7872°W
County FIPS40041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.6%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.4%
10% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.08
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density747/sq mi
Total Area9.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities83
Restaurants87
Retail Stores149

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home8.4%

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