Hardesty, OK

Oklahoma

Hardesty is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 387. Residents earn $85,294 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
387 Population 1,683/sq mi density
$85,294 Median Income $32,010 per capita
$46,500 Home Value
$488 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,294 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$46,500 home value, $488/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
59.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,294
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $46,500
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 59.3%
76% higher than US avg
Median Rent $488
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population387
Median Age28.4 yrs
Density1,683/mi²
Male / Female21% / 79%
Largest GroupWhite 13%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,294
Per Capita$32,010
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$2,635M
Commute49 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$46,500
Rent$488
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain19.1 in/yr
Elevation2,916 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+59.3%
High School+74.1%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute49 min
Libraries3

Is Hardesty a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hardesty receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Hardesty stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hardesty is $85,294, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hardesty is $46,500, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $488 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Hardesty is a highly educated community — 59.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 74.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hardesty enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.1 inches, including 17.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Hardesty has a population of 387 with a density of 1,683 people per square mile. The median age is 28.4 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (12.9%).

Population

387
Total Population
1,683
People / sq mi
28.4yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 21.2%
Female 78.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hardesty vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only13.7%
83% below US avg
Spanish86.3%
544% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hardesty vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hardesty is $85,294, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Hardesty vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,294
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,010
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$60,216

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)579
County GDP$2,635M

Business (County)

Restaurants52
Healthcare33
Retail83
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hardesty is $46,500, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $488 (58% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$46,500
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$488
58% 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-Occupied82.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Effective Rate5.15%
In Hardesty, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death8,313/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access68.1%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Hardesty has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.1 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall17.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,916 ft (889 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,683/sq mi
Coordinates36.6148°N, 101.1937°W
County FIPS40139
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 59.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83%
D 15.2%

Winner: Republican by 67.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+59.3%
76% above US avg
High School+74.1%
School Test Score5.08
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,683/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants52
Retail Stores83

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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