Healdton, OK

Oklahoma

Healdton is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 2,635. Residents earn $50,338 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,635 Population 164/sq mi density
$50,338 Median Income $25,201 per capita
$58,800 Home Value $99,555 Zillow
$843 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
107 Violent Crime/100K 1,318 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,338 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,800 home value, $843/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
107 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,338
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,800
79% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 107/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $843
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.3%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,635
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density164/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,338
Per Capita$25,201
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty19.3%
County GDP$3,825M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,800
Rent$843
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$99,555

Crime

F
Violent107/100K
Property1,318/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault107/100K
Burglary392/100K

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Elevation957 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+81.0%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute30 min
Libraries4

Is Healdton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Healdton receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Healdton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Healdton is $50,338, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 19.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Healdton is $58,800, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $843 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Healdton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 107 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,318 per 100,000, 33% below the national average.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Healdton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Healdton has a population of 2,635 with a density of 164 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.3%), with 12.9% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

2,635
Total Population
164
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
16.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Healdton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Healdton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Healdton is $50,338, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Healdton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,338
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,201
Avg Weekly Wage$1,038
IRS Avg AGI$67,604

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.3%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,742
County GDP$3,825M

Business (County)

Restaurants134
Healthcare225
Retail279
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,709
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Healdton is $58,800, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $843 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $99,555.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,800
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$99,555
Median List Price$209,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$209,900
$/Sq Ft$81
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio88.8%
Price Drops7.1%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$843
28% 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-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,709
6% above US avg
Effective Rate6.31%
In Healdton, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 38.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure39.6%
Asthma12.5%
COPD10.3%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity38.1%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.3%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death12,499/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access47.4%
Healthcare Facilities225
Healdton has a violent crime rate of 107 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,318 per 100,000 (33% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent106.9/100K
72% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault106.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,318.1/100K
33% below US avg
Burglary391.9/100K
Theft819.4/100K
Vehicle Theft106.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Healdton has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation957 ft (292 m)
Area16.1 sq mi (41.6 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates34.2315°N, 97.4872°W
County FIPS40019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.7%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+81.0%
School Test Score5.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density164/sq mi
Total Area16.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities225
Restaurants134
Retail Stores279

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Work from Home3.2%

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