Heavener, OK
Full City Profile · Oklahoma · Le Flore County County
Heavener, OK
At a Glance
How Heavener Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Heavener's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Heavener a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Heavener residents earn a median household income of $39,356 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,072. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 33.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,044 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Heavener is $57,100 , 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $122,721. Median rent is $756/month, with 33.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Heavener reports 296 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 22% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,053/100K.
Education
9.4% of adults in Heavener hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 72.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Heavener has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.5 inches.