Hammon, OK

Oklahoma

Hammon is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 449. Residents earn $65,938 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
449 Population 615/sq mi density
$65,938 Median Income $25,282 per capita
$85,000 Home Value $223,894 Zillow
$794 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$65,938 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $794/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,938
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $794
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.7%
91% higher than US avg

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

People

Population449
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density615/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 48%

Economy

C+
Median Income$65,938
Per Capita$25,282
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty23.7%
County GDP$431M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$794
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,894

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Elevation1,742 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+87.4%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 9%
Commute18 min
Libraries1

Is Hammon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hammon receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Hammon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hammon is $65,938, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 23.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hammon is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $794 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hammon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.6 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Hammon has a population of 449 with a density of 615 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.1%), with 37.6% Hispanic, 1.1% Asian.

Population

449
Total Population
615
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hammon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hammon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hammon is $65,938, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 23.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Hammon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,938
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,282
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$54,692

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate23.7%
91% above US avg
Establishments (County)113
County GDP$431M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare4
Retail13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,567
55% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hammon is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $794 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,894.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,894

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$794
32% 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-Occupied85.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,567
55% below US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In Hammon, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.9%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death12,123/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Hammon has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.6 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,742 ft (531 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density615/sq mi
Coordinates35.6323°N, 99.3832°W
County FIPS40129
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 80.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.3%
D 9.2%

Winner: Republican by 80.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+87.4%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density615/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants7
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Work from Home10.1%

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